While preparing to leave home for a broader education, Kimball Kinnison is confronted when a Galactic Patrol ship crashes onto his family’s property. The dying pilot entrusts him with a mysterious, half‑sentient Lens, which he implants in his hand. The Lens becomes the catalyst for profound changes in Kimball’s life, his father’s death, a fierce space battle, and an encounter with the Galactic Patrol nursing officer Chris. Guided by the Lens, Kimball is drawn into a new realm of experiences, ultimately risking his life to save Chris and the universe.