On the run, Callum and Sephy have found a safe haven in the woods. But when their peace is disturbed by an unexpected visitor, they must go to London to gather the resources they need to leave Albion for good.

Back in London, Sephy's disappearance is spurring vigilante attacks, and hate crime against Noughts is on the rise. Wanted by the police for terrorism and the Ofa Brotherhood for his role in Sephy's kidnap, Jude hides out in an office block. But when he unexpectedly meets Cara, who has both Cross and Nought heritage, things get off on the wrong foot.

A broken agreement leaves Kamal in hospital and forces Callum back underground. Sephy must choose between her old family ties and her new ones.