Life is a strange thing, and fate often likes to mock its chosen ones. Sometimes its games are far too cruel… At least, it played a harsh joke on Alexey and Taya. On the one hand, the young people are in a coma, and the only thing keeping them here is complex medical equipment. On the other hand, they face a unique virtual world. The newest server of the “Worlds of Immortals,” where Alexey and Taya will become beta-testers on assignment from a “chance” acquaintance. A whole universe indistinguishable from reality, populated by fairy-tale creatures. An enormous territory where everyone may be a brave warrior or a respected mage—and there’s a chance to befriend the Lord of the Dark Forest or fall in love with a beautiful elf. But is the digital reality truly as wonderful and safe as it seems, and is the villainous fate preparing yet another twist?…