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Meanwhile, Gaal and Salvor face their own challenges on the planet Synax. A deteriorating situation leads them toward Hari's unexpected return, having escaped his confinement. Hari confronts Gaal regarding his prolonged torment in the Prime Radiant, prompting discussions about the downfall of his original plans for a new society.
During a moment of desperation, Gaal realizes that she needs to simulate a life-threatening situation to access her visions of the future once again. This leads to a vision that reveals a foreboding future and the threat posed by a character known as the Mule, a pivotal figure in the saga.