The murders are only the beginning. Dao-Ren races against time to stop the Judanites from spreading the contagious X-virus, which has a 50% mortality rate, into the human population. This could shift the balance of power and usher in Armageddon. In the meantime, will Dao-Ren be able to safeguard May and find redemption for his past failures? Or will he once again fail to protect the ones he loves and embrace his desire for death?