blackout-london

Polly returns to Oxford in April 2060 to prepare for a time-travel assignment to the London Blitz, navigating strict safety restrictions imposed by Mr. Dunworthy and logistical challenges such as finding a suitable drop site. She coordinates with colleagues to secure period-appropriate clothing, identity papers, and memorizes critical blackout and bombing data while managing the tension between her own determination and the protective caution of her supervisors. Meanwhile, Colin expresses frustration at being barred from assignments, highlighting the dangers and complexities of historical time travel.