In 2020, Britain is ruled by the Knights of God, a fascist religious order – founded by the Prior Mordrin – that came to power during a brutal civil war that began in 2000, during which the Royal Family were supposedly all slaughtered by Brother Hugo and the civilian government collapsed, leaving the Knights free to step into the power vacuum.
In 2020, following a civil war, Britain is ruled by the Knights of God. But plans are being made for a rebellion — with a young man being singled out for a mysterious, but vital, role.
Gervase and Julia learn more about the Order and each other. Mordrin is determined to find the leader of the Resistance and has mysterious plans for Gervase — but will be be foiled by Julia's plan?
Julia's fate seems certain as Mordrin steps up the pressure. Gervase's love for her is challenged and he has to make a horrifying decision.
Gervase joins the Order and Mordrin sets him to his mission. However, Hugo has other plans for the boy.
Hugo's plans develop as Mordrin's promise to Gervase is broken.
Hugo sends Williams on a mission, as Mordrin is persuaded to let Gervase have his own way.
Julia and Gervase have little time to enjoy being united, as Hugo's henchmen seen to complete their mission. Colley is determined to get revenge for Nell's death.
Gervase and Julia are imprisoned in the Wasteland headquarters.
Hugo sets in motion a plan to be rid of Mordrin while Owen and Beth plead with Arthur to release Gervase.
Julia and Gervase attempt to survive with both sides seeking to destroy them. Meanwhile, Hugo arranges to miss his trial.
Mordrin rejects even his friends in attempting to run his regime single-handed. Julia and Gervase learn that their quest is not over and the people of Britain depend on them.
Hugo and Mordrin are set on a collision course as the Resistance prepares to overthrow the Order. Julia and Gervase arrive to hear the name that will destroy Mordrin.
Hugo and Mordrin are set on a collision course as the Resistance prepares to overthrow the Order. Julia and Gervase arrive to hear the name that will destroy Mordrin.