The return to Earth did not bring Admiral Count Sergei Nikolaevich Alekseev the desired peace of mind. He found himself in a completely different world, where Russia was ruled by his descendants. The President of the Galactic Alliance and the admiral of the starship squadron are again at the center of a conflict of interest. Some seek the technology of the ancients for profit, others see this as a chance to gain unlimited power. The admiral is betting on the inhabitants of the Earth. Technical personnel appear on deserted space stations, the laughter of students is again heard in abandoned ancient universities, the restored fleet receives trained crews. However, not all star systems recognize the power of the returned ancients. Some races have avoided degradation, have stepped far forward and are ready to prove their superiority by force. The resurgent Galactic Alliance must defend its right to life.