The cards have been dealt. Sasha Nerodova acquired the power of two ancient menhirs, the knowledge of a trained mage of the Order, new friends and associates. But now the enemy has emerged from the shadows. The spider that had been weaving its web long before she was born discovered itself by appearing on stage under someone else's guise. What does this unknown and powerful creature need? What does Miklos have to do with it and what role does the Muse play in the whole matter? And, more importantly, will Sasha herself be strong enough to resist the unknown evil? But in this fight, not only magical skills are important...