In a galaxy on the brink, survival is the ultimate lesson.

The Xair Space Academy trains the galaxy's most elite cadets, but for Lupita, a battle-hardened Jazan warrior, excelling isn't enough. Her combat skills are unmatched, yet academic life tests her in ways she's never faced-and exposes vulnerabilities she didn't know she had.

When she crosses paths with Alex, a brilliant hacker hiding from enemies he may never escape, an unlikely alliance forms. Together with a small, secretive team of cadets, they navigate a web of rivalries, hidden agendas, and dangerous secrets within the academy's walls.

As an ancient threat looms over the Confederation, Lupita and Alex must trust each other-and their newfound family-if they hope to survive. In a world where loyalty can be deadly, will they be ready for what's coming?