Sequel to 'The darkest hour is just before the dawn'. Tony and Peter struggle to settle in and navigate their new roles as father and son while an unforeseen threat looms on the horizon.

Peter's life shatters with a phone call. The last person he expects helps him pick up the pieces.

COMPLETE! Ed has been MIA for months, and when Roy finally finds him, he is blind and more than just physically injured. With the State honorably discharging him, and no father to speak of, Roy has no choice but to care for the boy and try to put the pieces back together. Parental!Roy. Rating for injury and violence, just to be safe.