Chapter 1Twenty years ago, in 2025
Sirens ring in the distance as Isaac tightens his grip on Jace’s chest.
“Enough, Jace,” Isaac says, feeling the anger roll off his roommate’s straining muscles in waves.
“Let me go,” Jace practically growls. “I need to get back out there.”
Recognizing the look flashing through Jace’s striking green eyes, Isaac stands his ground. He looks down to see blood seeping through the bandage. “Why, so the great Jace can take down every i***t out there?”
“Maybe,” Jace says flatly, eyes fixed on the street.
Isaac leans in, cutting off his view. “And what happens after that?” he says, practically spitting the question. “What happens after they are all beaten down, and you somehow vanquish every ounce of hate in this world? Then what? You’re a hero? You’re the b
