With their relationship opposed by many and Rodrigo sent off to war by a scheming Emperor, what's a young couple to do but secretly rendezvous through magic portals? Escaping her parents' strict supervision, Estella and Rodrigo embark on an adventure to learn about the history of black magic all while dodging assassination attempts from family and foes alike! Amid all this, will this fake couple ever graduate to a real romance? Only time will tell in Volume II of ! ( )