Tristan

Tristan is starting to realize that he may be capable of more than seeing through illusions and that perhaps he can see the true nature of things. He is frustrated by his limitations and unsure how to use his ability. He is interrupted in his thoughts when Parisa knocks on his door. She claims that she wants Tristan to trust her, even though she confesses that she will not tell him what she has just learned from Dalton for fear Tristan will not react well. She also warns him against Callum, arguing that he is using Tristan’s trustful nature against him.

Later, Libby comes to find Tristan to conduct an experiment; she wants to find out whether Tristan could “see” time. Together, they learn that Tristan can indeed feel time and, with his help, Libby successfully stops time for a moment. Tristan is elated because he finally feels that his powers can be useful, while Libby is excited about the possibilities of working with time and space.

Nico

Nico sets out to repair the holes in the house’s defense after Eilif’s intrusion. He indirectly asks Reina for advice as she has insight into creature magic (which is different from human magic) and evades Libby’s inquiries about what he is trying to achieve.