Thursday, magic spills into the Chesapeake Bay, changing the fabric of reality. Alexis is a photographer focused on her five year plan, until she offers first-aid to a stranger, who's trying to hide a unicorn in the marsh. It's always been easier for her to help others than follow her own dreams and she wants answers about magic. Being discovered with a creature that didn't exist an hour ago is the least of Brian's problems. His family is in danger, the secret anti-magic organization they belong to is more focused on saving the world than helping, and Merlin's Compass, which Brian is sworn to protect, is being hunted by a rich and desperate man. With 48-hours to save his family without sacrificing the Compass, Brian needs Alexis's help for more than a band-aid. Her calm rationale and newly developing ability to read shadows complement his strengths. In turn, Brian might just be able