On the Gulf Coast of Florida, development runs rampant, and beachfront property comes at a hefty price. Ace Gonzalez, a local bartender, is determined to carry on his father's legacy by fighting against these projects and the corrupt teams of money-hungry developers. When Ace decides to stand against the latest development right in his backyard, he quickly realizes he’s in for more than he bargained for. He finds himself up against a notorious kingpin developer, Liona, and her crew of hired criminals.
Ace’s life is immediately threatened, and just when he thinks he’s safe on his boat, he stumbles upon a dead body and is arrested on suspicion of murder. During this turmoil, he has a chance encounter with a death investigator who becomes an unexpected ally in his fight. As he undergoes interrogation, the police dig into his past, revealing an arrest for murder that bears a chilling resemblance to the current predicament he faces.
Understanding that he cannot depend on law enforcement, Ace takes matters into his own hands, launching his own investigation. With the help of WJ Speed, an old friend of his father, Ace uncovers a darker side to The Lost Republic, one he never knew existed. Betrayed by supposed allies, Ace fights for his life while striving to put an end to the corruption once and for all.