For twenty-one years Wizard raised protected and educated Aurelius. Since the boy was born a mutant being a Healer with Before-time knowledge was his only chance for survival. Protectorate was desperate for secrets he had been given. But first he must learn to abide by their laws or be judged evil like the cult members of their day. A sheltered young man he was terrified of his new world. Raymond had killed Uncle who claimed to be an outlaw physician. What choice did Aurelius have? No home or family it was imperative he adjust to life in Protectorate.