Drake Corbin, 'Lord Nine,' was imprisoned, betrayed by his brother. Wife died. After release, he wants to be with daughter Serena. Serena conflicts with Audrey Zane. Facing oppression, Drake reveals The Dragon Crest Ring, Apex Group's highest authority. This invites Zane family retaliation and an Apex Group power struggle. His brother, Dominic Garrison, powerful, plans to abolish Drake's system. Drake's Blackhawk Guard emerges. He doesn't cling to power, cultivating a successor.
