In the 17th century, few dared to question the power of the Spanish Empire on the waters of the Mediterranean Sea. But the corsairs of the Levant have their own law, and there is no place in it for worshiping the Spanish crown. They can only be challenged by a rival who is equal in cunning and courage .. Now the mercenary soldier and noble adventurer Diego Alatriste will have a dangerous journey from Naples to the most remote and dangerous outposts of Spain - Morocco, Algeria and Malta. However, he will board the galleon not only to free the Mediterranean Sea for Spanish trade, but also to settle long-standing scores with his enemies.