Big space. Invasions of non-humanoid races, intrigue, betrayal, big politics, ancient secrets and blood, a lot of blood. Russian stubbornness, fortitude and unwillingness to submit to circumstances force the protagonist to move forward, risking his life. Maxim Melnikov is drawn into the whirlpool of events and is forced, gritting his teeth, to do what he knows best - protect people. But in this war, backstabbing and betrayal are commonplace, and despite everything, the principle “Do what you must, and let it be what will be” becomes its main motto.