Lazuli Cutter and Cirrus Refin are two Dracony lovers living in Canterlot. Lazuli is a covert operative for a specialist division of the Equestrian military, promoted from a lowly soldier and given a position that no Dracony has ever had. Cirrus is a bookkeeper and seamstress, working as a simple clerk for the military and making dresses on the side.

Draconies are a rarity in Canterlot. This tale takes place over 200 years after the events of Princess Twilight's ascension. Technology has grown, the Princess's political power has dwindled, and Draconies like Lazuli are not well-liked in Equestria. While the two of them are only trying to live a normal life, some ponies might have other plans for them.