The centurion of Prince Diodorus of Rouge is urgently recalled from the southern imperial borders to Mirkva. The head of one of the divisions of the Secret Order recommends him as his envoy to Pars, where, according to the Mirkvat embassy, witchcraft is being practiced, which threatens King Falimoth with ruin and shame, and the Empire with major troubles. The mission of Prince Diodorus is to solve the crime, punish the villains and, perhaps, return the money magically stolen. For this purpose, loyal people and considerable government funds are allocated. And you should leave immediately, before all traces are lost and an investigation is possible...