With Jamandah in hiding Vin is left alone to prepare the temple residents for battle against Madam Lyra. The whispers of concern grow amongst the temple residents as Vin is tested on his ability to keep them safe after the most recent attack. Meanwhile, Evilon continues to infiltrate Madam Lyras drained army and Madam Lyra’s true history and reasoning behind her hate for the guardian race is revealed. The arrival of Isiahs 2nd son Vix and Vixs mother Meila force Isiah out of the shadows.