Jack, a soldier fighting in an alien war, serves time in a detention center where he meets Zara, a member of the feline-like alien race. Despite initial tension, Jack is drawn to Zara's kind nature and they form a friendship. Through their conversations, Jack begins to question the propaganda and motives behind the war. As he spends more time with Zara, he learns about her home planet and the true nature of the conflict. Jack's encounters with Zara challenge his beliefs and ultimately change him forever.