The gift of a Guardian Cat, Maximillian, has Óláfr question everything. But will a meddling cat who thinks he knows best, seal all their fates? King Óláfr the Black is a Norseman and no stranger to suffering pain. Betrayed by those who pertain to love him, it hardens his heart. When fate deems his soulmate to be a lowly, male servant King Óláfr faces impossible decisions. One gives him a soulmate but takes his crown, while the other brings death. Maximillian, King of the Guardian cats, thinks he knows best for his charge and does not listen to his witch guide. Fate steps in, now Maximillian must carry the burden to ensure two souls reunite, however long it takes. Where it all Began (Manx Cat Guardian Origins) is the prequel to a contemporary series. Trigger Warning: There are some scenes of violence and this book ends on a cliffhanger with no HEA until book 4 in the series.