A Brand New World
by Ray Cummings
The new planet, Kaem, emerged from the infinite depths of stellar space, made its way toward the comet-like sun, and remained a new member of the solar system between Earth and Venus. He got the name Xenephren and made a beautiful vision of the evening sky ... until other things begin to appear in heaven. flying things, strange visitors, compassionate lights – and people knew they were no longer alone. Xenephren was in the settlement, and its inhabitants discovered the Earth. But did they come as friends or as invaders? Is it for trade or for conquest?
