Conspiracy. Betrayal. Rebellion. The world is just a different kind of battlefield... Savin Dan Glocta, once Adui's most influential investor, is losing clarity of thought, fortune and reputation. But she still has ambitions and no one is allowed to stand in her way. For heroes like Leo Dan Brock and Stur Dusk, who are only happy with their swords drawn, the world is a test that must end as soon as possible. But first you need to protest grievances, gather strength and allies... Meanwhile, Rikke must master the power of the Long Look before it kills her. Unrest penetrates every layer of society. Breakers still prowl in the shadows, plotting to free the common man from his shackles, while nobles fight for their privileges. Orso struggles to find a safe path through the maze of knives that politics turns out to be. And his enemies and debts are only multiplying. The old ways are cast aside, and the old leaders with them, but those who take the reins will soon be convinced that neither alliances nor friendship nor peace last forever.