Adalia's father has a secret - an ugly, horrible, awful secret that his daughter conceals to the best of her ability. She knows what her father does down in the pit, but she doesn't tell a soul. Because she loves her father. But when a curse is placed on him and their home, Adalia vows to save him, no matter what the cost. Full summary inside. OC. Cowritten by Sparrowfeather1.

He was a soldier; hardened by many seasons of battle and hardship. She was a foundling that had been abandoned and neglected, and yet still had hope. He was meant to bring war. She was meant to bring peace. But what they brought together meant far much more. OC. Full summary inside.