A farmer went into the woods for firewood—but he found something chilling encased in ice.

Two others climbed out of the vehicle: Dr. Clara Reynolds, a sharp-eyed woman with silver-streaked hair who looked every bit the seasoned glaciologist, and Dr. Victor Yates, a lanky paleo-biologist whose enthusiasm radiated in every gesture.

“Henry!” Sophie greeted him, gesturing to the others. “Meet Clara and Victor. They’re just as curious as we are.” Clara offered a firm handshake. “You’ve got quite the find here, Mr. Calloway.”