The arrival of a new alien species has humanity on edge. The Zapri are grifters, angering the Coalition with their dubious ways. Suddenly, the galaxy may be at war, and worse - humanity is splintering between peace and violence. Gaius only wanted to grow up as a normal kid. Except his father contracts a contagion so deadly, they lock him into a cryofreeze coma while they try to find a cure. WIthout a mother to watch over him, he is sent to a fleet academy to learn the ways of space. After years of schooling, he graduates as a registered trader. His intentions to go to advanced school are put on hold when all hell breaks loose in the galaxy. Young, inexperienced, and desperate for Coalition credits, Gauis and his small crew must make their way with a clunky ship and limited funds. Gaius does have one trick up his sleeve - every Zapri he touches... induces an interesting reaction.Warning. This contains sexy alien babes, brutal life or death decision making, adult content, and untraditional relationships.