In the 17th century, few still dared to doubt the power of the Spanish Empire on the waters of the Mediterranean Sea. But the corsairs of the Levant have their own law, and there is no place in it for worship of the Spanish crown. Only an opponent equal to them in cunning and courage can challenge them. Now mercenary soldier and noble adventurer Diego Alatriste faces a dangerous journey from Naples to the most remote and dangerous outposts of Spain - Morocco, Algeria and Malta. However, he will board the galleon not only in order to free the Mediterranean Sea for Spanish trade, but also to settle long-standing scores with his enemies.