Aeon, in a daring move, brings the Kitchi Mizhe regime to its knees, putting an end to their brutal human harvesting. But his victory comes at a steep cost. In his recklessness, the shield protecting Wenonah Springs will falter, setting off a chain of events that will forever alter the city’s fate. Now, Ham finds himself thrust into an unexpected leadership role, struggling to win the trust of the Kitchi Mizhe while navigating a volatile political landscape.
Exiled and isolated, Aeon stumbles upon a mysterious race—rumored to be a deadly threat to the Kitchi Mizhe. Desperate and defiant, he infiltrates their society, leading them straight to the doorstep of Wenonah Springs, forcing a first encounter that could either save the city—or destroy it.
Will Ham rise to the challenge and steer his people through the storm? Or will Aeon’s dangerous gamble doom them all?