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A Tale of Grief, Loss, and Resilience in the Face of a Mysterious Illness

In Glasgow, Scotland, the daily lives of two very different individuals, chef Michael and epidemiologist Susan, intertwine unexpectedly under the shadow of an emerging ailment that begins to ravage the populace.

The Beginning of Ordinary Days

Michael's day starts with an abrupt end to the intimacy of the previous night. As a professional chef, he prioritizes his work over personal connections, asking a woman to leave his bed mere minutes after they’ve shared it. His character is defined by a relentless focus on his job, which is underscored by an onslaught of teasing from coworkers about his string of brief relationships.