Apprentice magician Edwin has several problems. The Lantern of Illumination has gone missing. Unexpected snow is threatening his garden. And he's always been anxious and awkward about talking to people, even fellow apprentices. Especially the gorgeous and self-confident Khiy. Khiy enjoys helping people and making friends; his magical gifts involve communication, and he's good at it. But he's found a challenge in Edwin, who's avoiding him. On top of that, he's facing a first assignment he's not sure he's ready for, even though everyone expects him to succeed. But if they can work together, Edwin and Khiy just might solve all their problems and bring their own feelings to light.