Deep in the Great Oak Forest, Tom Walker unexpectedly rescues eight elven slaves. Starting with no language in common, human and elves work together on many challenges: food, clothing, shelter, safety, money, information, and transportation. Tom vows to escort the elves to freedom. Along the way, they learn about each other and their cultures. Meanwhile, Tom struggles with the ethics of his role as Master, and tries to resist the temptations of his own feelings. A slice-of-life fantasy romance with language learning, commerce and unconventional relationships. New chapters every two or three days.