In the City, which lies on the outskirts of the developed Universe, there is an abundance of everything. Xenos and people. Nobility and evil. The high technologies of the New City and the stinking dirt of Yam. It is easy for the Organization to hide behind the noise of city life, the music of the Old City and the all-penetrating gaze of the inhuman Masters. Pulling the strings that keep the City above the abyss. Watching over her neophyte Ernest A.N. Will he obediently perform work that is immoral, but necessary for the good of the City? The answer could have dangerous consequences. And for the former detective himself - and for everyone around him.