Chapter 9
Xenology Contact Team
When they didn’t receive an answer from the alien ship to any of their attempts to communicate, across a spectrum of frequencies, Helen agreed to Constantine’s suggestion that they dock with the ship.
“Looks like most of their systems are down. Maybe they can’t answer. Maybe they need medical assistance.” His blue eyes had twinkled.
Helen clutched her chair arms while the shuttle grabbed onto the alien craft. The mood in the cabin was tense. Everyone waiting to see what, if any response the alien ship would give.
What if the engines fired? What if some sort of defensive shield fired? Could they even lock onto the alien ship?
Holographic screens floated in front of her, showing the entire approach.
Next to Australia, the alien ship had appeared small,
