The Earth Federation, having successfully shaken off the burden of rebellious colonies, has embarked on a path of prosperity and intensive development. But neighbors, who not so long ago were part of it, gradually began turning into competitors. Perhaps someday they will become enemies— that’s why inhabited space must be kept under constant control.
Observers monitoring conditions in various sectors of space rarely take direct part in any events. Nevertheless, one day something happens that changes the established rules of the game. A minor glitch, a tiny systemic failure, a strange anomaly barely detectable by instruments… And who can say how the chain of events that begins this way will end? But everyone must remember: the interests of the Federation come first! Even if, to carry out the mission, it is necessary to sacrifice an entire planet…