Jim Simmons and Tony Tyler fight on the side of new powerful allies. The war is nearing its end, but the decisive victory of the “kankurts” may be blocked by a superprocessor being developed by tireless dift scientists. If it’s equipped onto the enemy’s combat machines, the kankurts with difts will effectively switch sides. Jim and Tony are sent to destroy this dangerous production—and they carry out the mission with honor. Yet behind their seemingly successful service lie longing and disappointment with their new patrons. Another hastily issued assignment reveals unexpected facts and forces the partners to make a difficult decision. Now they’re on their own and ready to show all their former patrons where to go.