Rune lost everything, except herself. Betrayed by her partner, Rune struggles to adjust to her new life as the Digital Mage for hire. Bound to Corinthe Corp and under the watchful eye of St. Benedict, her jailer and former partner, Rune refuses to accept her fate. Defying her corporate overlords, she embarks on a journey to help an old client find her own freedom, no matter the cost. St. Benedict is wracked with guilt after what he did to Rune, not only because he was once her partner, but also because he has feelings for her. When the Praetorium is attacked, St. Benedict must decide if he will fulfill his duty or follow Rune in her rebellion against their owners. Things couldn't get more complicated. Which is the worst time for her ex-husband to reappear...