A year after singlehandedly defeating Subject 099, Spencer Gray is approached by Captain Whitmore from Nightfall Pyre, an elite anti-anomaly task force. Whitmore offers Spencer any condition to join, but he firmly refuses to join any shelter. Her offer alarms others, including Cedric, who distrusts Spencer’s identity and questions his nature. Cedric criticizes Whitmore's actions and suggests forcibly bringing Spencer back for examination instead of relying on invitations. The episode ends with rising tension as Whitmore and Cedric clash over how to handle Spencer’s uncertain status, leaving his choice unresolved.