Keith, an inexperienced pilot recruited by the Ministry of Space, boards the recovery mission to the Septemius 2, an exploration vessel that abandoned its trajectory back to Earth under unclear circumstances. Alongside a diverse crew—including navigators, engineers, analysts, and support staff—Keith must uncover what caused the ship's deviation and investigate the increasingly disturbing events unfolding aboard. The mission takes a darker turn as the team confronts sabotage, murder, and deception within their ranks, forcing Keith to navigate both the mystery at hand and his relationships with the crew members around him. As tensions rise and trust erodes, the truth behind the Septemius 2's disappearance emerges from the interpersonal conflicts and secrets his companions harbor. The story unfolds entirely through interaction with this cast, making each crew member's testimony and motivations central to piecing together what really happened.