He comes from the town of Mira, beyond the bridges of St. Claire, and is soon adopted by the good citizens of Zarnesti as one of their own. But was it merely an accident which brought this brooding stranger into their midst, or does Edward, like everyone else, have something to hide?

Perhaps sisters Bela (the town floozy) and Stela (second biggest star in troupe) can pierce his armour and bring some happiness to this pale and tortured soul ...