Change is never easy. Sometimes it's downright dangerous. Over the past year, M and Rigel have averted various threats: to their relationship, to M's people and to both Mars and Earth. M's aunt now knows the truth about her origins and M and Rigel no longer need to hide that they're a couple. The future looks bright...but not everyone is happy with the way things are changing. When unexpected resistance arises, M and Rigel will again have to work together to keep the secret of their people and the little town of Jewel, Indiana safe from potential disaster.