Into the Looking Glass

The emergence of interdimensional gateways exposes Earth to a mix of alien invaders, ranging from hostile predators to more peaceful beings. The fate of humanity hangs in the balance as the more benevolent aliens face a dire choice: they may resort to annihilating Earth to protect their own worlds unless a solution is discovered to close the gateways. The story explores themes of survival, cooperation, and the moral dilemmas posed by interspecies conflict.