The only thing on Mikko's mind was whether or not he'd make it home in time for dinner. Then, the extraordinary happened. The old yellow school bus transformed into a luxurious railroad car, and Mikko found himself in a strange world, where time flowed in different directions - and nothing was as it seemed. Just who was Mr. Vallance, the brown-cloaked man from the train station? And why did he entrust Mikko with a gift - a precious stone - that instantly had the evil Chief Chambers chasing him down? Launched on a treacherous race for survival, Mikko will have just days to unlock the secrets of the stone... or risk unleashing an ancient curse. His quest will not be easy, but, it is a matter of life and death.