The eastern borders are once again restless. The Manchus are demanding that the Amur ledge be returned to them, threatening to start a military conflict. Nikita is actively working on a system of individual protection for soldiers for the Russian army and at the same time completely takes over the management of the family business. Responsibility for his loved ones and friends makes Nikita more careful about his steps and actions. But the young sorcerer did not forget the oath - to find Khazarin and punish him for the events that happened in Albazin.