The King is dead, which makes Gray the true King. But his brother has set himself up on the throne, taking Gray's rightful place.
Gray is a wanted criminal throughout the kingdom, so taking the throne back will require some creative thinking and a whole lot of help. Thank the gods that the latter isn't in short supply.
After bonding with female entities known to the outside world as shades, he has been granted powers beyond those of mortal men. Increased speed, the ability to create duplicates of himself, as well as a magical sword crafted from godmetal—just to name a few.
Gray is not the only one with powers. Each woman who has come to him, confided in him, and vowed to join him possesses her own unique gifts.
With a plan to infiltrate the royal city and dethrone the false king, Gray expects to succeed. Those lurking in the shadows, the true masters behind the royal pretender, will do anything to stop him.
Narrated in duet style.