Ground Static

Captain Keket burns with a restless energy, trapped in the sterile hum of corporate space. Her 'Watcher' heritage, a legacy of sensing unseen currents, offers no escape—until a mission to the vibrant, mysterious world of Xylos. There, she encounters Zephyr, the formidable Protector bound to his living planet. An explosive, undeniable connection sparks between them, unlocking the Nexus Path—a cosmic energy network tied to Xylos's very soul. But their discovery is a poisoned chalice. A ruthless galactic Collective looms, demanding access to the planet's vital resource. An ancient, hidden threat stirs within the Path itself. And Xylos's power source is draining, consumed by the very connection Keket and Zephyr share. Caught between corporate ambition, alien betrayal, cosmic mystery, and a bond that defies logic, Keket and Zephyr must fight not just for survival, but for balance in a universe descending into chaos. Their impossible alliance might be the only hope against forces that could unravel reality itself. Experience the start of a thrilling new sci-fi series. Approximately 250 pages.