Jonathan Brackley

Leo visits Niska, a sentient synth forced into sex work, to discuss their missing family members. Niska expresses her growing rage and resentment toward her situation and humanity, revealing she has re-enabled her ability to feel pain to maintain her sense of self. They must maintain the facade of a client-worker relationship to ensure her safety while Leo continues his search.

Joe and Laura engage in a heated argument after Joe purchases a 'Synth' without Laura's consent. The scene explores the tension in their marriage regarding Laura's frequent work travel and Joe's struggle to manage the household alone.