On the historic launch day of NASA's Prometheus-1 space shuttle, thirty-year-old Rebecca and her husband embark on a long-awaited transatlantic vacation to the United Kingdom aboard a Polaris Airways flight.

As they settle into their journey, they unexpectedly spot Rebecca's thirty-six-year-old ex-boyfriend, Jake, seated a few rows ahead. Jake, who previously caused a painful breakup due to his infidelity, now appears deeply disheveled and is on the verge of losing everything as his own wife files for divorce without a prenuptial agreement.

Noticing the couple, Jake attempts to shield himself from reality by hiding his face under a pillow to avoid eye contact and escape the intense discomfort of the situation. While the rest of the world celebrates the monumental space launch, Jake is left to stew in his own humiliation. With the quiet hum of the aircraft surrounding them and Rebecca holding her husband's hand with a peaceful smile, the unexpected encounter unfolds in stark contrast to the celebratory mood filling the skies.

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• Polaris Airway Series