In the beginning, when earth had only just cracked the code to FTL transportation, it followed the same vein that most other forms of transportation have over the years. Only the rich, political figures and of course, the militaries of the richer countries. 

This resulted in an interesting result, as the dying planet was deserted by the majority of people who were contributing the most to its destruction. This did little to soothe tensions at first, as destruction was still very much imminent. At least at first. As time went on howe-

*sound of an opening door as Chroma sneaks in*

Ah, what are you doing in here darling? I’m kind of in the middle of something.

*Chroma beeps indignantly*

I mean you can hang out here while I do my recording but you have to keep quiet, okay?

*Low rumble from Chroma*

I really hope that's a yes. 

Ahem- continting. 

As time went on however, fears seemed unfounded. Admittedly, things weren't getting worse, however the end of the world, even in its accelerated forms, is a slow process, even among creatures who cosmically, tend to live rather fast lives. 

As the environment worsened, people found that they could adapt and move on. There were losses of course, deaths of an uncountable sorrow, but humans, as they do, adapted. Animals and other such creatures could not adapt as quickly, and the diversity that was once plentiful began to thin. 

It wasn't until one acclaimed scientist stepped to the spot light that the battle to reverse the planets state bega-

*door opening again, and someone who is not Harrington speaks* 

Here you are! Goodness Harrington! I nearly searched the entire ship looking for you!

*Harrington, clearly surprised*

Uh, How did you get here, Kersia? I wasn't even aware you were on this vessel. 

Oh come now, not even a hello? You said you were on this ship in our last call. I happened to be nearby so I hopped aboard when you were in port last.

…. Sia that had to have been at least a week ago. It's not a large ship. The least you could have done was tell me. 

Yes yes my apologies about that however work did get in the way. Ironically enough it's also what brought me here. Your newest project could be rather helpful with my own. 

*heavy sigh from harrington*

Okay. sit down, what do you need and what's going on. 

Ah, wonderful Harrington, I do appreciate your attitude for work. It's rather simple really, I received a tip about a research trip to a relatively overlooked planet. From the little information I have it's entirely uninhabited. 

No sentient life then?

Ha! That wouldn't be anything new. I mean, my dearest human, that aside from overgrown plant life, nothing else is alive on that planet. No animals, no fish, nothing that even slightly resembles fauna in any way. It's all Flora. 

I hate to say it, Sia, but that's not entirely my realm of expertise. I focus on-

On human culture, yes I know. I wouldn't have rushed across the universe for something as petty as plants. 

Hold on, I thought you were nearby when I last called?

Not the point! This planet has plantlife, no fauna, BUT! It holds the overgrown remnants of architecture. Advanced architecture! Long dead, but they existed for long enough to create a decent society on this tiny ball of earth! I have no confirmations of course, but given images, and the theories of other researchers who have already been near, we suspect that it may be-

A lost human colony!

Elementary, my dear watson!

Pfft, that's not how that saying works, but continue. 

Do not pluck the leaves from my shade! I was saying that yes, it's highly likely. And given the lack of evidence to the contrary this seems to be a case of forgotten history, or forgotten by history. It's not unheard of as I’m sure you're aware. The only issue is what happened. 

I… would have to get a look myself, but I think I can wager a guess. I was about to actually do a recording on Earth's Sixth mass extinction, so I may be in the apocalypse mind but…

Oh come now, you can't tell me that's all that you're doing for your log? Boring human history that anyone could learn from a textbook? Goodness Harrington, the people want drama! Excitement! Not extinction. Pack your bags! I’m getting us passage on the next research vessel headed out! 

Book for three, Chroma is getting big enough that some vessels count her as a separate passenger, not a pet.

Ah, you did mention. Speaking of, Hello Chroma, it's been some time hasn't it. Oh just look at how your feathers are coming in! I simply must take a sample!

I wouldn't recommend it. She sheds them every few days, I’ll get you one then. In the meantime, get us those tickets!

Yes yes! Right away my dearest! This is going to be quite the adventure!

*door opens and closes and Kersia leaves hurriedly*

Goodness, whirlwind of a woman i tell you. Ah, recorders still on. Well I suppose it makes good context for whatever is about to happen. I suppose…

Chroma, and Harrington, signing off.