historical-accountability

In this chapter, Paolo and Yatima discuss how to explain their pursuit of others, focusing on the significance of Lacerta and its misunderstood impact. They reflect on Karpal's role during a crisis on the moon, acknowledging his efforts despite the broader failure of society. The conversation reveals tensions and differing perspectives on responsibility and knowledge sharing.

In this chapter, Polly, Mike, and Eileen investigate what initially appears to be casualties from a bombing at Padgett's department store but discover the 'bodies' are actually mannequins blown out of display windows. The group grapples with the implications of time travel and the potential consequences of altering history, particularly concerning Mike's rescue of soldiers at Dunkirk. Despite fears of fatal casualties and altered timelines, they find that all known individuals have been accounted for, though uncertainty and anxiety about the war's outcome persist.