We’re treated to another fly-by of the Space Tether. It’s an amazing 2 seconds with superb graphics. Man, I wish these existed here on Earth!

The cadets are notified by the base AI that it’s time for dinner.

During this scene the cadets talk about what they saw and try to figure out what it was. Sully is a little annoying making “pew pew” sounds. Chyler interrupts by saying what’s important is that the UNSC and Innies were working together.

The table is then interrupted by a man named Taylor who tells Lasky that Mehaffey needs to see him, now. Given the commanding voice of Taylor is sounds important if not urgent.

Colonel Mehaffey gives Lasky news that his Cryo condition is bad. It’s enough that he’s being given an letter to sign if he chooses, that will allow him to leave the academy. This is what he wanted at one time. Is it now? He asks when it would take effect and is told the next day if he signs then. To this news he is surprised and definitely does not seem ready to pack his bags.

Mehaffey goes on to explain that all he’ll have left of this is his memories and choices. It’s clear she doesn’t want him to go, yet is allowing him to make his own decision. Once again, she exudes a pseudo-motherly expression to Lasky. He takes the letter to think about it. They part saying “Axios” to each other while saluting.

Again, I have to say that the character of Mehaffey is very compelling. I hope to see this actress down the line again. She has done a fantastic job so far in this series. There is a hardness about the character from years of service, yet a softness when it comes to Lasky. A great balance.

Lasky goes to his room to mull things over. Hmm, that’s some really good paper stock there for such a standard thing. I guess the academy really is that elite…er no pun upcoming intended.

Lasky then views a vid from his mom. I was right! She tells Tom that his brother was shot down. Man, that’s rough. I liked that character. Very likeable. He’s another person I’d like to see in film again. Director Hendler sure has done an amazing job of getting just the right amount of emotion out of his actors. Folks this is a top notch production…have I said that before?

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