Jana and the pack ask Emilia to tread carefully now that they suspect government officials are conspiring with Hartington to chip and de-wolf wolfbloods. But Emilia has no intention of backing down and makes a public display of rebellion.

Jana is forced to realise that she can't save everyone and must make a decision about her future. TJ and Matei track Emilia but discover that Madoc is now pack leader. They join the journey to Blydissiad but are in for a shock.