The Veiled Royal Ordinance was passed into effect after the tragic slaughter of King Henry of Xania's favorite daughter. He vowed that the future princes and princesses identity would remain a mystery in order to protect their identity from the most feared clan in all the realms. Twelve years later on the day, Princess Annalise is supposed to be unveiled her royal coach procession is attacked. In order to protect her life, she poses as a maid and is sold to the very kingdom that wants her dead.