The alien stands a short distance away from the craft, watching the dog carefully. After a moment of hesitation, it makes an awkward movement, trying to copy the way the dog plays. The gesture is clumsy and unfamiliar, but the dog reacts with interest. It steps closer, tilts its head, and then responds, matching the movement with playful energy. The two begin a strange interaction, the alien experimenting with each motion, the dog encouraging it without fear. For a brief moment, the space betwee