Aniya, the ruler of all vampires, plans to abandon her duties and run away with her love, Nathaniel. In a last ditch effort to prevent that, Kylo, Aniya's sidekick, exposes her love's infidelity.

In a final battle to spare Ian and Gwen's life, Ezra faces Aniya, one-on-one. Although close, a fatal victory is won, ending with a surprise visit from the vampire council.