Artemis; hunted. Detrevni; marooned. The remnant of the AI fleet; still active, their plans unknown. A stranger searches in a heavily armed ship; will he unite or divide?
William Nathan is on the hunt. Benjamin Detrevni is along for the terrifying ride. Artemis learns more about her kin and their history, and is sent on a mission with her new companion, Trishula.
In the aftermath of the confrontation between Nathan and Artemis, discoveries are made, repairs are started, and wounds are opened. The Awoken learn something that could change their future forever.
Detrevni has finished Nike's repairs. Nathan learns more about his passenger. Trishula and Artemis get answers from a Warform. Nathan springs his trap.
Verdict has jumped away after crashing into Nike to allow Artemis the chance to survive the battle against Nathan. With both Nike and Verdict heavily damaged and unable to survive alone, the only way out is to work together.
