After saving Mei Lynn and some of her expedition from certain death, Aidan follows them back to Sacred Flame Academy. Back to civilization. And a choice needs to be made. One that might unwittingly be the difference between the survival of humanity, or its death. But things aren't what they seem at Sacred Flame. The more Aidan learns, the more he suspects something isn’t right. And his appearance has set events in motion that he never intended. Many believe a path is a personal choice. But not every path can be chosen.