Barely surviving the endeavor with the mech, Compass and Elizabeth emerge from near-death ... changed. Compass has embedded herself so deep within the core of the Colony in order to keep her alive, there persona's are nearly completely merged. Separated, but hosted in the same body. ____________________ ____________________ Distant and cold my past and future Here in this moment, transcend The cusp of tomorrow, an approaching horizon My burdens heavy, my body weak I am me but not “I” – Pluralized personality Segmented and torn – Annexed and joined No destiny The paths belong to us No destiny There is only choice No destiny No recognition of fate This burden is ours This choice is ours