The captain of the Manticore faces a game-changing offer: transport a priceless alien relic to a distant galaxy and secure a lifetime of wealth for his crew.The catch? An alluring cyborg ninja must accompany them, her arm concealing the mysterious artefact. Secrets abound as they journey through peril, with bounty hunters in hot pursuit. Meanwhile, a passionate romance unfolds between Orion and his ship's doctor, pushing the boundaries of desire and trust.