Malia has mixed feeling of pressure and forebode in her upcoming 21st birthday, as it is the time for her real power as the chosen one to appear. To prepare, Malia resolves to fulfill the prophecy as she begins her training. Malia and Jake face off as they reach the final match. In her hands also lies the freedom of both werewolves and vampires. Apple tells Tristan that she wants to study in Manila.

The vampires have become more liberated in the people's world, so their numbers are increasing. Jake comforts a dispirited Malia who escaped out of their camp with his help and taught her where to find the tomb of Lia. Malia goes to her mother's grave alone.