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In this chapter, Polly grapples with the realization that the expected rescue or retrieval team has not arrived, confirming a dire outcome she had feared. She navigates a crowded underground station with Michael and Merope, trying to find a safe place to regroup and discuss their situation while avoiding detection and managing the emotional strain of the ongoing war and bombings. Michael reveals concerns about historical divergences related to Dunkirk, suggesting that their time travel experiences may have altered events, complicating their mission and understanding of the present crisis.