Al Bhed watch the stars. For ages they trace lines in its organic tapestry. When an asteroid containing the ingredients for life rubs noses with Spira, the scientific community is polarized. One scientist makes strides toward a means of harnessing the vessel for good. But there are others with motives far more illusive.

Lady Lysandra Mormont is the eldest daughter of Maege Mormont, Lady of Bear Island. Lysandra has always expected to marry a lesser lord and take her rightful place as Lady of Bear Island once her mother passes. Unfortunately, a betrothal request from Lord Eddard Stark of Winterfell to marry his eldest son with Maege's eldest daughter threatens to change Lysandra's plans.

The story is about a young woman who teaches herself magic, is on trial for exposing magic to muggles, and must defend herself. The story is more sci-fi than fantasy, but will leave you believing that anything is possible in the world of magic and miracles. This is a short story told of elsewhere in the universe of Harry Potter, and involves a unique set of characters.