Loki's plan to gain the throne by getting Thor banished has unexpected effects. A prophesy gives him unwelcome news about his future as he is betrayed by those he thought he knew best. This new telling of the traditional tale shows a monster struggling with to reconcile his nature with his family and love.

With Ethan in prison, Vanessa channels until she puts together some crucial parts of his history, including how he was turned. Then she initiates an audacious plan to save him. When things go wrong, Ethan and Dorian must find each other to answer some urgent questions about their fates.