Humanity faces many threats in the wake of Earth’s destruction, none worse than those from within. A group of intrepid investigators works to uncover the mastermind behind the most recent, blatant plot against them. The trail is warm, there’s plenty of evidence, but can they find their mark before all the loose ends wind up dead? Meanwhile, the search for allies continues for a beleaguered crew on the outskirts of known space. As they struggle against an unknown foe, they face overwhelming odds and a force more than willing to sacrifice dozens for their own ends. Far from home, with no chance of support or aid, the human soldiers must overcome impossible odds or never be heard from again.