Part 9/12:
The eventual demise of loved ones leaves Monte in despair. He grapples with grief and the burden of survival, questioning the ethics of their mission and the moral fabric holding them together. The emotional landscape becomes increasingly convoluted, as betrayal and violence intrude upon the fragile community. Eventually, the ship becomes a crucible for renewal as Monte, against all odds, learns to cherish Willow's undonged potential amidst the ashes of his past.