On Reunification Day, Xaden stands alone on the parapet at dawn, silently mourning his father. The weight of the rebellion and its forbidden memory presses on him, the war college's rules keeping his grief unspoken. You approach, recalling how you both recently blew off steam together, a rare moment of connection. But now, he avoids you, his gaze cold. You realize he’s pulling away, terrified of the growing feelings between you, afraid that letting you in would only bring you harm.