Three years ago, the legendary superhero Cole—known as "The Dead Reckoner"—retired from the League of Heroes following his wife's tragic death; he went into hiding as a drifter, solely to secretly investigate the true culprit. By chance, he is selected as the mission partner for Avery, the President's daughter, and the two must pose as a married couple to infiltrate enemy territory. Avery remains unaware that the "drifter" she so despises is actually the very superhero she has idolized for years—and even dreamed of marrying. As a conspiracy closes in, Cole must not only protect Avery but also uncover the truth behind his wife's death.