Eli, the North’s deadliest assassin, infiltrates a royal feast disguised as a seductive male dancer. His mission: seduce Kadesh, the untouchable High Priest, and steal the sacred Scarab Seal.But the moment Kadesh carries him into his chambers, Eli’s identity is exposed. Thrown into a sacred pool and locked in chains, Eli finds his life controlled by Kadesh’s poison. He is forced to assassinate a rival priest—then sent to the Pharaoh as a bedmate and spy. The Pharaoh sees the desire neither man dares admit. He marks Eli with a whip, commands him to perform the dance meant only for Kadesh, and whispers:“Tell me… what is Kadesh like in bed?”Kadesh handed Eli over with his own hands. But can he really resist taking him back?