Alien in the Grey

In this intriguing short story preceding "The Crying of Ross 128," John Sarangan, a reclusive geophysicist, seeks solitude on Moonbase, longing to escape human interaction. While conducting seismic surveys near Luna's terminator, he uncovers an anomalous dome-like structure buried beneath the surface, suggesting the presence of intelligent life. This discovery challenges his disdain for humanity and propels him into an exploration of the unknown.