After Anya Forger secures a place at the prestigious Eden Academy, Operation Strix moves into its second stage. To probe Ostanian politician Donovan Desmond, Anya must either ally with his son Damian or gather eight Stella Stars to qualify as an Imperial Scholar. Luckily, she has already earned her first star. To mark the achievement, her adoptive dad Loid agrees to grant her long‑desired dog adoption.
While searching for a pup, Loid receives fresh directives from higher‑ups who discovered that a group of Berlint University students plans to kill Westalis Minister Brantz with bombs concealed in trained dogs. As Loid attempts to thwart the plot, Anya discovers the terrorists" hideout and meets a gentle, telepathic dog that the family later christens Bond.
Even as the Forgers keep their separate routines hidden, the household—now with a new furry member—stays cohesive amid all the extraordinary challenges that arise.
