Prince Elijan has spent his life protected by castle walls, prevented from fully experiencing the world outside. He longs to see the empire he will one day rule, but his only view is from the safety of the windows in his suite. He yearns to find out what life has to offer. When he's given the chance to work with the dragons, and a desire to learn their language flares to life, he is finally granted some freedom.Aldren's life has always been about the dragons. As a Rider, he is dedicated to the protection of the kingdom. He's always been willing to step up when he is called upon, but his latest orders come directly from the king, and for once, Aldren isn't sure he the right man for the job.Protecting the king's only son is not something to be taken lightly, and when Aldren meets Elijan, the instant attraction he has for the man complicates matters even more. Still, he's never refused a job before and he isn't about to start now.Working and living side by side brings Elijan and Aldren together, forcing them both to admit to the emotions stirring inside them. It only takes one kiss and no matter the risk, the two of them refuse to ignore the chemistry between them.When danger comes calling, and Elijan experiences strange visions that manifest in his drawings, Aldren worries. How does he protect the prince from an enemy he can't see?With friends, both man and dragon, by their side, the two must learn who seeks them out and what the information they've gained from Elijan's drawings might mean, but at the same time, they must protect the dragons. Evil lurks around them, but so does salvation. Drawn into a dangerous destiny, Aldren and Elijan find that love and friendship really can conquer all.