Dean seemed to brace himself with a deep sigh as the vehicle stopped before opening the door. Instantly the vehicle was almost bombarded with sights, smells, and sounds. It was a drastic change from the quiet little spaceport they left five minutes earlier. Loud choral-like music filled the air. It was not unpleasant and felt almost ethereal to a listener. The vehicle was in what looked like a courtyard filled with colorful banners and flowers. Fountains were scattered about the space clad in gleaming white marble. A sweeping staircase led into the palace at the far side of the courtyard. Beltrans milled about talking as if it were a garden party but abruptly stopped speaking as Lt. Dean stepped out. Clapping and loud whispers filled the space as every Beltran waited for the rest of the people in the vehicle to disembark. It was as if the crew of the Genesis were celebrities and every Beltran was waiting for a glimpse of them.

GM Kate