Kiona, the Maid of the Heart, had a relaxing week before experiencing treachery, heartbreak, and miracles within the quiet forest town of Shenandoah. Nascha from The Great Western Lands had arrived to discover the whereabouts of her proposed future husband, Achak. Now one with Kiona's heart as Levtiqvah, awaking her true self as Tiqvah, the angel who represents Hope. Kiona had also been invited with her friends to attend the ball in Belladina, held by her charitable friend, Princess Roso.