"Nooki, the most popular harlot on the peninsula, convinces Dirklus that he is the one and only after hinting the possibility of marriage. The euphoria is short-lived when she is kidnapped by marauders and Dirklus botches the simple rescue plan by casting a wild spell from his unpredictable spell book.

Annah joins Dirklus on his guilt-ridden quest for Nooki and doesn’t waste time trying to market herself as a more suitable bride. The mettle of the quarrelsome apprentices is tested time and time again on their harrying adventure until Dirklus finally realizes the meaning of true love."