Rain intensifies and an emergency alert announces a mandatory evacuation for nonresidents. Jo and Sebastian realize the storm has shifted course toward Vienna Shores. Jo attempts to listen to Sebastian’s thoughts and discovers their telepathic connection has fully severed, which deepens her anxiety and sense of loss.

Jo privately worries that without the mind-link she cannot gauge Sebastian’s feelings, and she spirals about his coming opportunities in Los Angeles and whether he would still want to be with her. She tries to act practical and decides they both need space; she tells Sebastian he should evacuate. When he gently asks where he should go, Jo answers “home,” asserting that Vienna Shores is a place people do not stay.

Jo’s father calls to activate the Revelry’s hurricane party, signaling that the bar will serve as an emergency shelter. Jo commits to go help. Sebastian offers to come with her and help, but Jo declines, insisting he should get out while he can. He accepts this, calls for his driver, and packs a small duffle.

At the door, Sebastian infers that Jo does not need him and that he is in the way of her life and music. Jo tries to protest, but he masks his hurt with a performer’s smile, tells her to keep his shirt, and kisses her. Jo hopes the kiss will reconnect their minds, but it remains only a tender, goodbye-tasting kiss.

Sebastian whispers that it was worth a try and leaves into the storm, getting into a waiting car. Jo is left in the doorway, headed to the Revelry while he evacuates, their separation underscored by the lost telepathic bond and the worsening hurricane.