Once upon a time, six centuries ago, Robert Smirnov dreamed of becoming a surgeon. But now he is a well-trained warrior and novice of the Third Order of Franciscans. Hiding under the guise of a personal healer, he protects the Maid of Orleans. Jeanne leads the French from victory to victory, and increasingly the British and Burgundians are trying to destroy her. But every time the Chevalier Robert de Mogule stands in the way of the enemies. He is madly in love with the Virgin and considers her almost a saint. Is Robert missing something important? Who is behind the conspirators who dream of overthrowing Charles VII? Why did the French surrender Paris to the Burgundians, and what kind of mysterious ship is plying the waters of the English Channel? And what should you do when the Mentor orders you to kill the father of your beloved?