The artifact on the moon had given them knowledge, but it had also asked for something in return. Captain Elena Vasquez stood in the lunar chamber, Ambassador Kaelen beside her, the silver walls humming with energy.
"The Keeper wishes to speak with you," Kaelen said.
The holographic display flickered, revealing the ancient alien's face.
"You have done well, Captain," the Keeper said. "But the Swarm is not the only threat."
Elena stepped closer. "What do you mean?"
The Keeper's black eyes glowed. "There is a rift in space-time, at the edge of the solar system. The Swarm came thr