The Path of Frozen Fire

In a village where the tradition of sending champions up the deadly Path to face the Devourer has persisted for generations, Riven, the captain of the guardians, has always upheld this sacred duty. However, his loyalty is tested when his bride is chosen as the next challenger, prompting him to confront a devastating choice between duty and love. As the villagers' fate hangs in the balance, Riven must decide whether to follow the rules that have governed his life or to forge a new path in the face of danger and betrayal.