The exploitation of Cestry Prime was supposed to be a simple operation. But neither the Company nor the beautiful technician Sindon Liang counted on Rukmani Khan... and his incredible powers of Persuasion. The Khan can cleave stone with his touch, draw gold from the hills - and touch a woman's soul like no Earthman ever could. And his proud and independent people have ruled over Cestry Prime since before the Company first coveted its resources.

Even with their advanced technology, Terrans may not be able to resist the Khan. Sindon Liang isn't sure she wants to...