The enemy fleet returned, larger and more ferocious than before. Dr. Lena Martinez stood on the bridge of her command ship, watching the tactical display. Hundreds of ships were converging on New Eden.
"All ships, engage," she ordered.
The starfire fleet rose from the ocean, shooting toward the enemy. The void lit up with explosions, ships falling on both sides.
"They're breaking through," Commander Reyes said.
"Then we hold the line," Lena replied.
She dove into the heart of the enemy formation, her cannons blazing, her shields straining. The mothership loomed ahead, massive a