Catherine abandons her life in pursuit of her artist husband in Cairo, only to find herself lonely and adrift. A fateful meeting leads to a perilous affair, where passion collides with fear as her lover insists his intense love could be deadly.
Jihan, a demoted war hero, seeks to restore his family's reputation while expanding the Domed City's influence. His investigation into a fellow official's disappearance leads him to the mysterious village of Tanglevine, where he faces a series of challenges including a brutal murder and local distrust. Guided by the enigmatic Windland, Jihan uncovers a web of deceit involving a hostile witch and a seductive dancer. As he grapples with betrayal and ancient forces, he must confront his beliefs to save the woman he loves from impending doom.