Three space empires wage constant wars for dominance within the inhabited borders. The invention of a new type of weapon can tip the scales in favor of either side. As a result of an incredible coincidence, the only person who can create such a weapon is Alexander Morozov, a scientist and retired captain of the airborne space forces. A quiet, measured life turns into hell, and Alexander has to remember his military skills in order to survive. Will he be able to withstand the onslaught of the intelligence services?