My Portal to the Prince

In The Great Scorch, Vera Warren uses her Incense Burner to open a portal to the ancient Frontier. Gideon Shaw, Prince of Ning, trapped by disasters, helps Vera. Vera sends food, herbs, knowledge; Gideon repays with artifacts. They overcome disasters. Imperial court officials cause trouble; they resolve crises. Gideon raises an army for peace. The Incense Burner is damaged, connection severed, separating them. After reincarnation, they meet again.