Every soldier knows death is not the worst fate—but for Sevastien, survival has become its own battle. As a soldier of Ubezhishche, Sevastien endures mistrust and interrogation aboard the Elysian destroyer Invictus, rescued by the wrong side after a catastrophic disaster. Now, he must convince Captain Nalyn Ila and her crew that he’s no enemy agent—while questioning if his own people set him up.
For Captain Ila, Sevastien’s arrival is a puzzle—and a potential opportunity. Whether an innocent bystander or a planted operative, she’s certain she can use him in her secret, long-laid plans. But as distrust deepens and agendas collide, both Sevastien and Ila must confront dangerous truths that could unravel everything—or ignite a war.
Can trust emerge from betrayal, or is destruction inevitable?
