In order to find Lyanne's sister, Gauthier de Flanders has entered the heart of the Flagellants' landmark. An unnamed horror awaits him, taped in the darkness... Meanwhile, tensions are increasing around Hiérus Halem. Guy de Lusignan wants war. Will Gauthier return in time to oppose it? Will he finally overcome the curse of the Qua'dj? The moment of the final confrontation has arrived.