In a kingdom where power is often defined by wealth and influence, Callen Dren, a minor noble, struggles to uphold his family’s dignity. Known for his intelligence, self-control, and swordsmanship, Callen has long harbored a fascination with magical artifacts, believing they hold the key to restoring House Dren’s fading prominence. Yet, his ambitions are hampered by financial constraints left by his late father’s reckless spending, forcing Callen to tread cautiously in all his endeavors. When a mysterious invitation arrives for a secret auction reputed to offer rare and dangerous magical relics, Callen sees an opportunity to change his family’s fortunes. Despite the risks, he attends, navigating a world of secrecy and danger, where enigmatic bidders vie for items of immense and unpredictable power. Among the treasures displayed is the Mirror of Truth, a relic said to communicate with the dead and guide its owner to the one thing they need most—if they can endure its trials. This is a tale of ambition, legacy, and the dangerous allure of forbidden knowledge, where every choice carries weight, and the line between hope and obsession blurs. Will Callen’s gamble restore his family’s honor, or will it doom him to the same fate as those who sought the mirror before him?