It should be a simple trial; everyone knows he's innocent. But justice in the hands of a vengeful Marshal can be used as a weapon, and Balum is the target. A sentence of life without parole in the state penitentiary strips Balum of his dreams. A future alongside Angelique, plans of ranching with Charles and Will, all ripped from him. Through darkness and despondency, Balum lives on. A friend is made. A plan is hatched. Prison will not contain him...