Emily runs into a former Elder for the Equites, who is hiding out on the Island. She finally decides to break in Patra's colt, causing another fight.

The heku begin to prepare for a hurricane that threatens the island, while Emily is put on bed rest. Emily starts labor, but the storm keeps the doctor away.

Emily gets settled into her uncle's ranch in New Mexico, while Chevalier tries to find her.

After a mishap during a turning, Emily decides it might be best for the heku if she were to leave.

Emily finally convinces Kyle to let her go on the rescue mission, and she is able to show how well she can control her abilities. Sam returns as Emily's familiar, much to her dismay.

Chevalier is sent out on a mission for the Equites, but is attacked on his way back. David and Kyle begin the long process to gather enough army to get him back.

As Chevalier tightens his protection on Emily, she begins to fight back and seeks some form of independence. While out alone, she befriends an Encala, infuriating Chevalier.

Chevalier finally faces Ulrich as his army obliterate's the Valle heku. Emily begins her recovery, but Chevalier and Kyle are called to the Equites Council to give a report on what happened.

Chevalier confronts the Elders about Emily's disappearance. Emily wakes up in a strange set of rooms and discovers that she's now in the custody of the Valle.

Chevalier and Kyle learn about how Sam has been watching over Emily. The unspeakable happens and Emily finds herself in the custody of the Valle.