An unexpected visitor reaches Beacon 23 and meets the Beacon keeper, Solomon, who helps ships navigate through the space travel hazards. But soon the visitor finds a dark secret and threatens to expose it.

As Wreckers force their way onboard, trying to steal a prise, Aster's only hope to survive remains in finding common ground with the enemy and putting her trust in them.

In shock after her first kill, Aster buries her feelings as she and Halan prepare for QTA Manager Coley to arrive on the beacon; Coley immediately distrusts Halan and sees him as a threat, forcing Aster to make a tough decision.

In the early days of Beacon 23's history, Sophie receives a surprise visit from Milan Aleph, the awkward genius responsible for beacons, which results in her AI acting up.

Aster and Halan work on discovering the latter's past when they find a connection between him and the rocks they found. They soon discover something that will alter both of their lives.

Takes a dive back in time to explore how the rocks first appeared on Beacon 23.