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Driving on the unsteady grounds of Mars, Gardner faces existential frustration and risks his safety in an attempt to break free from the monotony. After a dangerous accident, he learns to appreciate the care of Kendra, one of the astronauts who has been a surrogate parental figure to him.
Eventually, after medical consultations, a decision is reached: Gardner will undergo extensive training and surgery to survive the transition to Earth. With Kendra's support, he slowly prepares himself for the journey to a new world.