Josh leaned over Julia and Ash’s shoulder, studying the massive structure as the ROSV moved closer. Small discharges from the nitrogen thrusters sent out bursts of ice crystals.
“Maneuvering to the left,” Ash murmured, working in sync with Julia. “Three bursts. Sergi, keep the tether loose.”
“Roger that,” Sergi replied.
“Julia, go down ten degrees,“ Josh instructed, leaning closer. “Mei, are you getting the recordings?”
“Yes, commander,” Mei replied.
Each of them had reverted back to their professional status as the intensity of the situation sank in. They had reached their objective several hours ago and had immediately been energized at their first contact with an alien device. Josh’s mind ran through his meeting with a member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and his Commander in Chief,
