The bloodstone has been stolen. Although the barrier remains, its stability is at risk. And if it falls, all of southern Terrene will be forfeit. After the tragedies in Doldra, the valiant crew of the Sapphire struggles to regain their footing. Jade returns to Lucrum with the escort of Prince Weston only to find herself cornered by Lord Everett's political maneuvering. With her freedom at stake, Jade is faced with a choice: give up her dreams for the future, or watch as those closest to her die. Ben hunts down Victor and his mysterious Void Born with the help of Finn and his granddaughter Raine. The longer they are together, the harder Ben falls for the enigmatic swordswoman. But mad sages and ruthless assassins aren't all he needs to fear-if Ben's friends find out his secret, he could lose everything. With Terrene at stake, they cannot lose sight of their goals. Even with the past and the future pulling at them.