As the characters return to the living room, one of them spots a phone on the counter, highlighting their prolonged isolation. Daniel, noticing the phone as well, chuckles at the irony of their situation. Despite being deep in the woods and waiting for a moment to contact someone about their return, the presence of the phone serves as a reminder of their disconnect from the outside world.

This brief exchange underscores the theme of being cut off from civilization, emphasizing how much time they've spent in seclusion. The humor in their realization suggests a light-hearted acknowledgment of their predicament, inviting readers to consider the contrasts between their current experience and the distractions of modern life.