Alex never wanted to be a spy. But no one ever cared what he wanted. After years of being used, Alex finds a chance to get out when he meets the Avengers. But Alex's employers aren't willing to let him go.

When an earth shattering secret is revealed, all hope seems lost as the hero of Olympus sinks into despair, going into the shadows where he is content to remain for the rest of his life. But the Fates are cruel, and the once-hero is once again drawn into a war. Yet in the midst of such turmoil, he may find a kindred spirit to weather the storm with.