The Paramount is within the Dewa System deep in Romulan territory helping to repair the planet Tehitha’s defenses in the face of mounting pressure from the Klingon Empire. Suddenly they lose all communications with the neighboring D’Deridex system and contact with command has become spotty. After a few days they are finally able to reach Captain Octavian Jackson who orders them to remain jn the Dewa Sector and try and regain contact with the D’Deridex system. But with the curtain closed on the ship will their actions reflect the uniform they wear? All is fair in war but what is fair? Where is the line drawn and what happens when you cross it?