Etien is a young thief, raised on the streets by his guild, and he's good, damn good. But given the most challenging assignment of his young career -- stealing an invaluable jewel from the crown prince's bedroom -- he's finally caught in the act. It looks like his first major mistake will be his last, as the king will likely have him executed.

And indeed, everything is proceeding in that direction. He ends up in the palace dungeon, beaten by the crown prince himself and awaiting his fate. But the crown prince's younger brother Zack takes an interest in Etien, and begins visiting him in his cell.

As they talk, they quickly begin falling for each other. Etien suddenly has something to live for, but is it too late for them? Can the younger, more timid prince save him from a terrible fate?