The Beginning Is also the End

Dr. James Thacker's past is marked by a discovery that troubles him deeply. In a mysterious cave in Alaska, he finds something important, but his return is met with questions from his sick crew who want to know what he found. This discovery sets off a series of events connecting the past and present, shaping the lives of those involved.

In the present, Gus, Jepperd, Becky, and Wendy are on a journey to Alaska to find Gus's mother, Birdie. Birdie is working in Alaska to uncover the origins of a deadly virus called the Sick. Their mission is complicated and dangerous, with Dr. Singh joining them for his own reasons.

The group stops at an abandoned casino to gather supplies but faces resistance from the residents who don't want to share. Gus suggests using the roulette wheel to decide who gets the supplies. They lose the bet and leave with only a few items, but one resident gives them information about a ship heading to Canada, adding a new twist to their journey.

In Alaska, Birdie is focused on finding the virus's origin to create a cure. She lives in a hidden community with her allies, Siana and her hybrid daughter Nuka. Birdie's search for answers brings danger, and she barely escapes when one of Zhang's men finds her, saved at the last moment by a mysterious figure.

Helen Zhang, her daughter Rosie, and a group called the Wolf Boys have their own plan to restart human births. They believe Gus holds the key to their plan and are hunting him down. Zhang is getting closer to Gus, with Rosie actively searching for him.

One night, Gus and his friends stop at a motel. They are confronted by Dr. Singh, who wants to talk about their plans for Alaska. Meanwhile, a group of wild wolf hybrids starts tracking Gus, adding to the danger they face.

The road ahead for Gus and his friends is full of threats. They face hostile encounters, the looming threat of Zhang and her followers, and an uncertain journey to uncover the truth about the Sick virus. Their quest to find Birdie and understand the virus's origins is filled with high stakes and challenges, making their future uncertain.