Be careful what you wish for... When young Lupe Castaneda sneaks out to witness the celebrations of an older girl's Volver, a handsome stranger invites her to dance. But beneath his beautiful smile lies something ancient and cruel. His touch leaves her face burned beyond healing, scarred forever, yet also ignites the fire of Hil within her soul. From her pain comes purpose - she will find the devil who branded her, even as she walks Hil's path as a healer. Her hunt leads her to discover that beyond the Imperial walls, faith and vengeance can be equally sharp weapons. A prequel story set in the Realm of Gothika, exploring how an act of youthful defiance forged one of the Order's most distinctive healers.