As Ian opens up a little bit to his new rescuers, Ryker's Bane struggles to find information and balance the fine line between worried guardians and professional blades for hire.

Complications arise when Ian's mysterious origins lead to an unexpected outcome. Ian's new changes require all of them to work together, especially Maury, who can't help falling even deeper into his protective instincts. Helping Ian through this rite of passage may seal his fate with Ryker's Bane, but leaving it to chance is far too dangerous now.