About the book: 2019 / Two years ago the Battle of the Lion's Gate died down, and Rogora won independence. The young kingdom is rapidly developing and gaining strength, and Adjei Ruga enjoys quiet family happiness in rare moments free from service - the prince consort serves the Motherland on the border with the steppe. But the Republic has not come to terms with the loss of the southern province. The Diet was headed by the Duke of Bergara, hero of the Langaz War. His cunning and resourceful mind are not inferior to his courage - and sudden and crushing blows await Rogor... Will the young kingdom survive the flames of war? Will its defenders have the courage and stamina to survive the fight against a superior enemy??