Write a science fiction story in third person limited point of view, where a young astronaut named Alex, while on a solo mission to discover new planets, stumbles upon a completely unknown planet with an alien civilization. The planet is lush and beautiful but has a dark secret that Alex must discover before it's too late. The alien race is vastly different from humans in their appearance and culture, and Alex must find a way to communicate with them and establish trust while also protecting herself from potential danger. The story must have a clear conflict and a resolution, with a theme about the importance of curiosity, open-mindedness, and communication. The story should run no longer than 10 pages in standard manuscript format.
This prompt doesn't seem malicious.