The Intrinsic Enthalpy Facility is host to an experiment that seeks to blur the line between Heaven and Earth. But when the critical point of no return is passed, thing unravel in quite an unbeliavable fashion.
A historical fiction narrative from the point of view of Ramesses head Vizier. Returning from the historical signing of the Hittite/Egyptian peace treaty, the Vizier acknowledges the great respect for justice his people have come to practice. The next day he takes an active role in judgement.
Humanity was forced to seek the stars. Destined to lead mankind into an ever expanding presence, the inhabitants of HD 85512 b have known no other rule than those of the benevolent machines. The same machines that brought their ancestors there hundreds of years before. But what is man if he isn't free? What is man without being able to choose for himself? Ask yourselves the same question and remember: Whom do you love the most?
Sam is convinced that he can create a 'perpetual computer' design that will work forever without any energy source. Steve is supportive but skeptical, and eventually their ways part.