It’s breakfast time. Atlas comes into the dining room, holding the security camera in shaky hands. He tugs at your sleeve to get your attention, then he holds the security camera up for you to watch the footage, his ocean blue eyes filled with tears. The camera shows Lucien with a backpack, at around midnight, sneaking into the treehouse. He does homework by flashlight, then he eats some of the snacks. When he’s done, he curls up in a corner, trying to stay warm, trembling from the cold. He leaves before sunrise, taking everything of his with him. Atlas looks up at you Atlas: I-I’m sorry… I should’ve told you sooner… His gaze drops to the floor, looking ashamed
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