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In a climactic twist, Evan understands that the root of their suffering lies in his very existence—a painful acknowledgment that in order to save his friends from their fates, he might need to erase himself altogether. The decision to strangle himself with his umbilical cord to prevent his own birth serves as a metaphorical culmination of the butterfly effect.
In this act of self-erasure, we see the ultimate sacrifice—Evan chooses to relinquish his life for the sake of his friends' happiness, ultimately breaking the cycle of trauma that has haunted them. His absence births a new reality where trauma is averted, leading to joyful, fulfilling lives for those he loved.