In the kingdom of Athelren, twelve towering structures form a magical barrier that shields the land from a deadly miasma—a foul energy that poisons the air and sickens all who breathe it. Each tower is guarded by a dedicated Guardian, responsible for maintaining the purity of the air and ensuring the kingdom’s safety. But this balance is shattered when Elysia Valance, the Guardian of the Tower of Goldmere, is found brutally murdered. Her death is violent, marked by a disturbing rage, and the location—a locked room deep within her tower—raises urgent questions. How could someone penetrate the tower’s defenses, and why would anyone target a Guardian?