In the tranquil period of The Next Generation era, the story centers on a pair of Starfleet officers tasked with transferring a Klingon captive to a safer destination. However, their mission takes a perilous turn when they are unexpectedly attacked by a stealthy Klingon Bird-of-Prey. Determined to retain custody of their prisoner, the officers are soon confronted with the threat of Klingon disruptor cannons, fighting desperately for survival as they strive to make their escape.