The Wailing Asteroid

"The Wailing Asteroid" by Murray Leinster is a science fiction story that kicks off when Earth detects perplexing messages from a fortress-like asteroid holding powerful, forgotten weapons. The story follows engineer Joe Burke, who has a strange connection to these signals due to his vivid dreams of a faraway planet with two moons and unusual flora, hinting at a deep connection to something beyond Earth. As more stations confirm the signals, the narrative explores Burke’s personal challenges and raises questions about whether humanity will find harmony or conflict with this mysterious alien intelligence.