The Fatal Frontier

Joni ‘Webb’ Webber has dedicated fifteen years to serving Earth as a senior technician aboard the starship Independence, working tirelessly to ensure its operation while navigating a complex hierarchy of regulations and orders. When the ship is rerouted to investigate another vessel, Webb finds herself facing unforeseen challenges that threaten the ship’s mission and secrecy. The story explores themes of loyalty, duty, and the hidden depths of interstellar intrigue.