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Despite repeated attempts to reach the Aether, Augustine’s efforts yield no results, paralleling the ineffective communications aboard the mission. As Iris opts to claim a corner of his room as her own sanctuary, Augustine continues to grapple with the dire reality of their isolation while keeping a vigilant eye on his health, all under the glittering canopy of stars above.
As they share moments and navigate their belongings during mounting tension, Augustine flashes back to a time when he was immersed in his studies and confronted by the woman from the party. Her scathing critique about ensuring relationships over work remains a bitter reminder of the enduring impacts of solitude.