TOM
My name is Tom. I escaped my community many months ago. I lived in the desert. You abducted my child.
The manager signals the fighters to halt their advance.
MANAGER (signaling fighters to halt their advance)
And what is it that you want?
TOM
I have returned to live according to your rules, but I demand the return of my child.
MANAGER
Are you aware that I will need to conduct several investigations? (Pausing) I'm unsure of what you're referring to.
TOM (defeated)
Yes.
MANAGER
Are you also aware that we may never uncover the exact details of what transpired there?
TOM (swallowing, saddened)
I understand, but I place my destiny in your hands. Please, find my son.
He kneels before her, overwhelmed by uncontrollable tears. She waves her hand, causing all the androids around her to vanish. Then she places her hand on his shoulder.
MANAGER (sensitively)
I will do my best for you. (Pause) As if the child were my own.
END FLASH BACK
INT. DAY. ON THE LADDER LEADING TO THE TROLLEY'S ROOFTOP
Lara ascends the ladder slowly, cautious not to provoke any rash actions from Tom. He stands on the roof, gazing at her with tearful eyes. The early sunset light filters through the opening, revealing a sky painted with hues of pink and purple.
FLASH BACK