In a cramped storage room aboard the ship Ádh, Cillian and his crew engage in a spirited card game of Twenty-Five, leading to tensions as Toal claims he was poised to win. Eoin, the logical Science Officer, counters Cillian’s brash comments with statistical analysis, showcasing his intellectual prowess, which leaves the others momentarily stunned when he shares a rare smile. Just as the atmosphere shifts to a more profound moment of connection, Fiadh bursts in with her energetic presence, disrupting the scene and announcing her plans for the day. As Toal and Cillian plan to share a drink, Cillian realizes he’s quickly approaching the end of his designated drinking days after a long period of sobriety, adding a humorous twist to the moment.
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In a cramped storage room aboard the ship Ádh, Cillian and his crew engage in a spirited card game of Twenty-Five, leading to tensions as Toal claims he was poised to win. Eoin, the logical Science Officer, counters Cillian’s brash comments with statistical analysis, showcasing his intellectual prowess, which leaves the others momentarily stunned when he shares a rare smile. Just as the atmosphere shifts to a more profound moment of connection, Fiadh bursts in with her energetic presence, disrupting the scene and announcing her plans for the day. As Toal and Cillian plan to share a drink, Cillian realizes he’s quickly approaching the end of his designated drinking days after a long period of sobriety, adding a humorous twist to the moment.