Thirteen-year-old Jack was unaware of the link binding him to Idhun, yet he sensed his family's absence and the arrival of peculiar, potent figures who sought him out.

When Kirtash begins to stalk Victoria, Jack is eager to intervene, though Alsan harbors concerns that his involvement will jeopardize the operation. Meanwhile, Victoria experiences unforeseen developments in her abilities.

Kirtash expertly constructs a snare, compelling Jack and Victoria to face an untenable dilemma—a choice born of necessity, all for the sake of saving Alsan.

Shail recounts the legend of unicorns and dragons to Jack, and finds herself tasked with guiding Jack and Victoria as they learn to control their burgeoning abilities.

The Resistance is fractured. Jack searches for Alsan, while Victoria makes a solemn vow of vengeance for a grievous loss. Meanwhile, Kirtash, having deceived the necromancer, harbors designs of his own.