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In the wake of increasing unrest, a chance meeting at a fast-food restaurant leads to a budding relationship with Margaux, a sympathetic employee. Their bond forms amidst chaos, offering a fleeting escape from Vincent's increasingly dark reality. Yet, violent outbursts remain pervasive, coloring their budding attraction with mistrust and danger.
What begins as a sweet connection quickly spirals into madness when Margaux goes blank during an encounter with bikers, leading to a struggle for survival. Vincent's protective instincts surge as he is forced to knock Margaux unconscious to prevent her from causing harm. This act snaps him back into reality—a reality riddled with social malaise and paranoia.