CIA analyst, John Masen is bored at work. Playing online games inside the BARNthe CIA's data storage facility in Bostongives him the kick he's after. However, he stumbles on a dangerous secret with consequences beyond his control. Mr. Black turns up at work as questions are raised about Masen's old professor, Peter Nash. Loyalties are tested, and Masen has to work out who to trust as he navigates an impossible mission without it ending with him behind bars.
Meanwhile, at a secure location outside San Francisco, a top secret program is nearing completion. Only there's a problem with security. Tragedy strikes and an army four-star general threatens to take over.