Summary: Rogue, Cara Menlock, is given an almost impossible quest: Steal a precious jewel from King Zuron. When the jewel comes up missing, Grendel Tempest, the warlock tasked with protecting the prized gem is punished and sentenced to death. The King's daughter, Princess Esmerelda, begs her father to spare the warlock's life, harboring secret feelings for Grendel.In a twist of fate, the warlock is saved from execution by the very rogue that penetrated the King's vault. Following a daring escape, they are forced to live in exile, and must use all their talents to unravel the mystery of The King's Emerald.