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As the narrative unfolds, we are transported back 2.5 years prior to the mission. Roger and Abigail enjoy a simple day grilling burgers in their yard, unaware that a life-altering opportunity awaits them. During a phone call with NASA, Roger learns of a briefing about a strange radio signal picked up from deep space. The following day, a general reveals the signals are synthetic, signifying that someone, or something, is trying to communicate with Earth.