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As the plot unravels, Ethan learns that his best friend Jude has followed him to the future with the intention of ensuring his survival against the emerging threats in this strange new realm. Together, they explore the remnants of humanity in this transformed world, hoping to find the cure they desperately need.
Deception and Betrayal: The Unraveling Truth
Yet, as they dig deeper, Ethan uncovers a web of deception, realizing that Jude may not be the ally he thought. Old recordings reveal a sinister plot orchestrated by Regina Jackson and betrayals that implicate Jude in past tragedies. It turns out that Jude was tasked with eliminating Ethan as part of a broader scheme to use the time machine for selfish escape from their dying world.