In the mystical world of the Aswang, love seemed an afterthought, especially for Queen Catarina, who ruled over the Domminga Mountains with a unique approach. She had forsaken the carnivorous ways to genetically engineer her goddess Ikapati's fruits, producing human-like proteins, all in an effort to bring harmony to the conflict-ridden Mindanao region. However, not everyone welcomed her peaceful revolution, including the wary Aswang community and the enigmatic American biologist, Rose Smith. Rose, a vibrant 26-year-old German-American, embarked on a daring journey to study the rare Philippine Eagle for her dissertation. With a passion for adventure and a heart captivated by Filipino culture, including its cuisine and people, she ventured into the mountains despite locals' warnings about the dangerous Iktapati Aswang Clan and the treacherous Tikbalang werehorses. Their paths collided in an explosive encounter. As a woman who was expected to choose a human king, Catarina found herself questioning societal norms when faced with the bold and headstrong Rose. Meanwhile, Rose struggled to comprehend the complex, enchanting realm of the Vampiric Aswang. With chaos brewing – the Iktapati clan rebelling, Tikbalang wars, and wind spirits flirting with mischief – Rose and Catarina found themselves united by a common purpose: to protect the people of Mindanao and the critically endangered Philippine Eagle. Together, they embarked on a transformative journey that would challenge their beliefs and forge an unexpected bond, defying the boundaries of their worlds.
