Sasha nervously paced about her quarters, unable to find peace among its cold walls. She had
sequestered herself not long ago hoping to hide her stress from the crew. So much depended on the
next trial. The gravity of the situation weighed heavily upon her. The actions of the Andromeda could
usher in a new era of prosperity and knowledge for humanity... “Captain,” Sylvia inquired over the
com, drawing Sasha back into the present. “The Kuar are ready”.