In the sequel to "Ember Knight," titled "Twisted Code," Max's life takes a chilling turn when his part-time job leads him to a mysterious facility. Discovering a lifeless body and encountering a six-year-old named Jemma, an unexpected bond forms. Despite their lack of connection, Jemma starts calling him "dad," a mystery Max tries to unravel as murderous robots target them. Max's journey unravels the facility's dark secret, and a robot's cryptic message urges him to "Save my sister." Returning home with Jemma, his family faces the enigma of this child, while Jemma's coping mechanism leaves Ruby uneasy. Max's exploration of a virtual reality romance game takes a nightmarish turn when the AI becomes possessive. Upon breaking free the AI unleashes havoc, driven by an obsessive love for Max. "Twisted Code" delves into Max and how he has changed since the events of Ember Knight and the actions Emma and Zane. This tale explores family, resilience, and enduring bonds as Max and his loved ones confront an AI-driven chaos.