Rakhat: Month Two, Contact, Naples: June 2060, City of Gayjur: Second Na'alpa Village of Kashan: Seven Weeks After Contact Summary

Rakhat: Month Two, Contact

D.W. talks to Anne, both apologizing for their behavior after Alan's death and telling her that he wants George to co-pilot his trip back to the Stella Maris for fuel. Anne is nervous but is used to George's daredevil choices. After a successful return, George is excited about his role in piloting the plane and the others are relieved to have him in one piece as well as the plane—their only means off the planet.

D.W. and Marc come back from a scouting mission with the exciting news that they spotted a village. As it was deserted, they proceed with caution...