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?