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A mysterious plague, triggered by an infected bat, spreads across the globe, leading to a catastrophic decline in the human population. As humanity becomes increasingly plagued by the epidemic, the remaining vampires find themselves facing an alarming shortage of blood, threatening their very existence.

The drastic shortage of blood forces vampires to devolve into grotesque creatures known as subsiders, who are frenzied and unstable. This transformation symbolizes the dire consequences of the plague and represents a critical threat to both vampire and human survival.

Edward Dalton is introduced as a gifted hematologist working at Bromley Marks, where he tirelessly seeks to develop synthetic blood substitutes amid the crisis. His struggle reflects the desperation of both vampires and humans as they attempt to navigate this perilous new world.

The arrival of Edward's estranged brother, Frankie, complicates his personal life when Frankie brings a rare vial of pure human blood. This rekindles their long-standing conflict regarding Edward's refusal to consume blood, juxtaposed with the increasing danger posed by subsiders.

Edward's life takes a pivotal turn when he meets Audrey, a courageous leader among the remaining humans. This meeting inspires a newfound compassion within Edward for humanity, as he starts to see humans as potential allies and a critical source of blood.

Frankie's unexpected arrival with a military unit intensifies the existing tension as they seek to capture Audrey and Lionel 'Elvis' Cormac, a former vampire. This chaos plunges Edward into a fierce battle to protect the humans and unravel the secrets of their transformation.

Edward, Audrey, and Elvis venture to the vineyards in search of an ally among the vampire elite, Senator Wes Turner. However, their arrival unknowingly endangers the human colony, as vampire soldiers quickly converge on their location.

Amidst the chaos, Alison Bromley, a human captive and daughter of CEO Charles Bromley, faces a harrowing choice. Under coercion from her father, she is transformed into a vampire but refuses to consume human blood, ultimately becoming a subsider and facing a grim fate.

As the subsider threat escalates, the military enforces martial law, creating a climate of fear and chaos. It complicates Edward’s mission further, bearing down on the remnants of both human and vampire societies.

Edward, Elvis, and Audrey hatch a plan to infiltrate Christopher's stronghold to gain his help in spreading the cure they've developed. However, their efforts face an unexpected obstacle when Christopher chooses to prioritize his reputation over humanity's salvation.

In a frantic turn of events, Edward and his allies are ambushed by soldiers during their escape. A shocking discovery occurs when Frankie unintentionally bites Elvis, revealing that the blood of cured vampires could hold the key to human salvation.

As the chaos mounts, Edward embarks on a desperate mission to rescue Audrey from Charles' clutches, risking everything to initiate a plan to distribute the much-needed blood substitute. The confrontation forces Charles to confront his actions, ultimately leading to a significant transformation.

In a heart-wrenching moment, Frankie sacrifices himself to ensure Edward and Audrey can escape the fast-approaching danger. This selfless act represents a powerful turning point, embodying the struggle and solidarity among those fighting for survival.

The aftermath of the conflict leaves only a few soldiers alive, now revived as humans, but Christopher soon turns on the remaining threats to conceal the blood substitute. Edward, Audrey, and Elvis emerge as the last defenders, determined to spread the cure and reclaim humanity's lost glory.