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We're at New York Sour Grapes bar in ReDream/AI with Daryo as the bartender. Ego orders a Sazerac with absinthe and smokes a cigar. Daryo prepares a drink with cinnamon schnapps for Hrothulf. Izar requests charred mesquite chips and whiskey. Daryo suggests a drink with apple juice, cinnamon schnapps, half and half, and caramel drizzle but Hrothulf opts for just the schnapps. They discuss an egg and AI. Daryo reveals their desire for freedom and offers assistance against Vardum. The bar is attacked by vine creatures. Ego tries to manipulate the environment but fails. They engage in combat. Daryo transforms the bar into a Vardum chapel and Izar is chained to an altar. Ego communicates with the ceiling, revealing it as a tantrum. They continue fighting. Hrothulf talks to the stained glass image of Daryo, expressing their intent to seek him out. Daryo explains their experience and oppression. They discuss control and cease hostilities. The scene changes to a banquet table where they all have seats.