As she departed the café, Briony experienced a profound sense of separation from her alternate self, who was moving toward the hospital. This feeling of disconnection intensified as she strolled through similar streets, reflecting on her identity and choices. The further she walked away from the familiar, the more she questioned which version of herself was real, trapped between the past and her envisioned future.

Upon arriving at yet another ordinary High Street resembling her previous surroundings, she contemplated the nature of London beyond its core. It struck her that the outskirts were simply a series of monotonous towns, leading her to vow never to reside in such unremarkable places. This journey became a moment of self-reflection, highlighting her desire for a more vibrant life.