Admiral Kosciusko orders the creation of the Tau Senate to provide a bridge between the Fleet and Earth. Sedene Komba is appointed Senator for the warmoon Alaska. The Senate takes possession of a full size pyramid in Cuba for its work. Andrew Green and other time travelers make appearances. Boris sends a message to his exiled friend Lothar von Richthofen. Admiral Kosciusko decides it's time to get serious about sending missions to other timelines and directs his Time Scientists to provide better control. Tatiana Antonenko becomes a hero after a brutal attack on Longguo.