chapter 40 : coup attempt chapter 41 : devils scheme chapter 42 : the hunting party chapter 43 : the ransom letter chapter 44 : crisis hours chapter 45 : deadly dilemma chapter 46 : gearing for confrontation chapter 47 : the final clash chapter 48 : turning point chapter 49 : devils demands chapter 50 : the betrayal chapter 51 : the handshake chapter 52 : surprise chapter 53 : coronation chapter 54 : hallowmas about the author * * * prologue jack offered his hand for a handshake .