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Do you know what it's like to love someone?

It's like no matter where they are

you can still feel their touch.

Sofia?

You all right?

What if it never happens?

We'll be okay.

How do you know?

I'm trying to be positive.

What else can I do?

We have to keep trying.

I told you, I can't help if I'm not in the mood.

I'm not having a go.

It'll be fine.

I promise.

Promise.

You remember?

United

by lodestone.

A permanent symbol of our love.

Permanent.

Would it be different if you could take it off?

Of course not.

I know.

Is that a magnet?

Fancy, isn't it?

I had one when I was a boy.

Oh, sorry.

Crazy to think that it comes from the earth.

What is it you want

to talk about today, Jamie?

Where do I begin?

Are things not going well?

I don't know.

I mean, no.

Things are okay.

You can talk about anything

in my office, Jamie.

I love her.

I do everything I can to make it work.

But?

There are just some things.

Is it to do with Sofia's nationality?

What do you mean?

If she knew that she could

become a national citizen when she married you.

Shouldn't let him touch you like that.

You think I haven't tried?

How is your husband?

We're fine.

I asked about him.

He's good.

Good.

Oh, I like that.

You pregnant yet?

What's it your business?

You seemed awful close to my husband in there.

You think I want that?

You have to remember

you're only in this country because of your husband.

I married my husband because I loved him.

Loved?

You don't love Neil?

Oh, well.

I think I was married the last time I checked.

This a holiday?

Come on, you've got customers to serve.

So, just to recap, you want to repeat compressions

about 30 times at a rate of about 120 beats per minute.

Now, has anybody dealt with this before?

No?

Can I have an assistant?

You?

Great, take a seat.

Now, obviously the patient would be laying down

at this point, but for the purposes of the class,

you're gonna be sitting up.

Now, can anybody tell me what this is?

Defibrillator?

Yes, that's right.

An AED, an automatic external defibrillator.

Now, it's set to training mode,

so it won't hurt, I promise.

Now, you just follow the steps.

You remove the pads, and you attach the wires.

The first pad is located just under the right collarbone,

above the breast on the right-hand side.

Obviously, the patient would be

without a shirt at this point,

but that's not the sort of class we're running here.

And the next pad is located just on the ribs

on the left-hand side.

And the idea is that the shock travels

through the heart instead of over it.

Now, at that point you turn the machine on.

Shock advised.

And then you make sure that neither

or anybody else are touching the patient.

Stay clear of the patient.

Charging.

Deliver shock now.

Press the orange button now.

And then you press the button to deliver the shock.

There we go, that wasn't too bad, was it?

Thanks very much.

Not tonight.

What is it?

Nothing.

Maybe it isn't working.

You're overreacting.

So what is it then?

I'm just tired.

Really?

Jamie.

I love you.

Just tell me what's on your mind.

I just don't feel good

about pregnancy.

All this pressure.

I'm sorry.

Jamie, it isn't you.

Trust me.

I wanna go back.

We've made a life here together, in the city.

We've got this place, we're safe.

I'm tired of safe.

This union has expired.

You must now find a new partner to conceive with.

Removal of the band is not advised.

Sofia.

Morning, you.

What are you doing?

I can't touch you.

This union has expired.

You must now find a new partner to conceive with.

Removal of the band is not advised.

Expired?

It's over.

No.

It's a mistake.

There's nothing wrong with our union.

I'm not safe here anymore.

What do you mean?

I'm not a national citizen, Jamie.

You've been here five years.

What are they going to do?

Look, we keep it to ourselves until we can fix it.

Find a new partner to conceive with.

That's not gonna happen.

What about last night?

I'm still here.

We'll get through this.

Let's just go to work and stay calm.

We can't let anyone see these while they're red.

They'll ask questions.

Then hide it in your sleeve.

Here.

How does it work?

It's a magnet, Sofia.

I know that, but how does this one work?

Electromagnetic suspension.

It allows any object to remain at a constant distance.

Like attraction and repulsion?

It's a natural property in magnetites.

Speaking of attraction,

how are you and your partner getting along?

Fine.

I mean, he doesn't know I'm here, but...

Then how can I help?

There must be something you want to talk about.

Nothing too serious.

Mrs. Cooper, I know this is hard,

but please remember that this is confidential.

Okay.

Well, we're trying to have a baby and...

And how is that going?

I wasn't finished.

My apologies Sofia, go on.

I love him.

I want to have a child, but I'm worried.

You know these things take time.

What if we can't?

Isn't that what's expected?

To have children?

The purpose of a union

is just to love one another, Sofia.

Are you happy?

Yes.

Yes, I'm happy.

Is that not why you've married your husband?

Of course.

Are you also aware that the union

is what keeps you in this country?

After they closed the borders.

I don't see how that's relevant.

Do you think your husband is happy?

What's that supposed to mean?

Now, when somebody's life is at risk,

we do the best that we can do.

Now, hopefully none of you will ever have

to face a situation like this, but that's why we're here.

Just in case.

So the recovery position is used to ensure

that a person's airway is kept clear

when they're unconscious.

So I'd like you all to give it a go.

So if we pair up.

No partner?

Does it look like it?

Okay, I'll be the patient.

Okay, so check for dangers, no danger.

Oh, someone's living the single life.

Not really.

Do you mind if I ask you something

after the session today?

No, I've got to run after this.

It's just a medical question.

Can it wait till next time?

Yeah, okay.

What have you forgotten?

Breathing.

Excuse me, madam.

How does this work?

It's magnetic.

They repel each other, no?

You forgot the knife.

Of course.

How long?

What?

You know what happens, right?

Please don't tell him about this.

Oh, I don't have to.

You'll be gone before long.

What do you mean?

It's expired, hasn't it?

You're an illegal citizen now.

There's a problem, but we're getting it fixed.

Before long it's gonna be goodbye house,

goodbye job, goodbye...

My husband and I are living together and happy, thank you.

And I'm good at my job.

But you don't touch.

Are you happy with that?

Who says we can't touch?

10 days you've got till they take you.

I don't understand.

Look, I saw it with my last husband.

They watched him, they followed him,

then he just disappeared.

I told him he needed to go and find somebody else.

He didn't listen to me.

I won't let that happen.

You need to meet someone soon.

Must be so easy for you, right?

Do you think your husband is happy?

What's that supposed to mean?

Both partners should be fulfilled

and happy in a union.

I told him sometimes I'm just not in the mood.

Do you feel under pressure?

No relationship is perfect.

You're right.

I'm merely suggesting an aspect of a union.

What's another aspect?

Most couples have five years now

to have children.

And if they can't?

They have to try again with someone else.

Things work quicker that way.

What's the matter?

Sorry, I...

I have to go, can I go?

You are free to leave at any point, Sofia,

but you did request an hour.

Why did you come here?

10 days?

- Where did you hear that? - Work.

Lucy told me.

Sofia, stop listening to her.

She's trying to bring you down.

I know.

But she said it happened to her ex husband.

They watched him, followed him, and then he disappeared.

I don't even know when they start counting,

what if it's begun?

Well, if it's true, then we don't have long.

You think I don't see that?

Remember what I said about our union.

That I'd stay with you no matter what.

United

by lodestone.

Are you happy?

You need to stop asking that.

It's a fair question.

Do you think I would have left my country if I wasn't?

Let's go home.

And do what?

Care to restore my memory?

Remember, this is purely confidential.

She wants a child,

but it's not working.

She says it's biological,

but I'm starting to think it's something else.

What might that be?

Like she doesn't want to sleep with me anymore.

I don't know why I say that.

This could be a serious issue.

When two people are not communicating

or fulfilling each other's needs properly.

It's not about needs.

We're doing fine.

I still love her.

Are you afraid

of what might happen if you lose her?

What are you doing?

It's not gonna work.

You'll just have to meet someone else.

What happened to staying together no matter what?

Maybe it's not what you want.

What do you mean?

Is it what you want?

Look at me.

Jamie, please look at me.

I know we've had problems.

I want to be with you.

I don't like this.

Seeing you give up like you don't trust us anymore.

This is out of our hands.

They know what they're doing.

We're not allowed to love anymore.

If I knew this would happen, I never would have married.

You don't mean that.

You know what I mean.

This stupid thing.

Do you, Jamie Cooper, take Sofia Costa in this union,

united by lodestone?

I do.

Lodestone.

Hold out your hand.

It's like a magnetic field.

What if they created it to only work

against another of its kind.

How does that help us get rid of them?

That's what I'm trying to figure out.

I know.

I know.

Are you also aware that the union

is what keeps you in this country?

Do you fancy a drink?

Can't ignore customers like that.

He tried to touch me.

Don't be stupid.

You're back on the market now.

You told him.

He was gonna find out eventually.

I'm not responsible for your husband's actions.

He was trying to tell me...

You dare talk about my husband.

We'll both be smiling when you step out of our lives.

I'm trying to find a clause about expiry

in our marriage certificate.

What's the hurry?

Look.

Out the window.

What am I looking for?

Two men.

Are you sure?

It's happening.

They're coming for me.

Well, how do you know they're following you?

I saw them after work.

They kept their distance.

I had to stay late, but they still followed me.

Who are they?

This is exactly what Lucy told me about.

I won't let them get you.

We have to get out of here.

Well, where exactly?

I don't know.

We can't leave the city.

You'll have to meet someone else.

Are you giving up?

Well, it is the only way.

We can't be together?

They'll stop following you.

It'll buy us more time.

Do we have another option?

This union has expired.

You must now find a new partner to conceive with.

So we give into what they want?

Do you trust me?

Are you afraid of what might happen

if you lose her?

You're suggesting that I move on.

It is simply a possibility.

You would be free.

What greater thing in life is there than freedom?

Well, I wouldn't.

What?

Move on.

There you are.

You were late yesterday.

Neil isn't happy with you, you know?

Sofia.

Do we need to talk about something?

I'm sorry I was late.

Everything just caught up with me.

I know it's hard,

what you're going through and everything,

but you should see it as an opportunity.

You know, the single life.

Okay, I'll try.

I can help, you know.

You need to make up for that hour yesterday.

I can't.

I will tomorrow, I promise.

I've got to meet my husband.

Your husband?

I should get back to the customers.

So your brain instructs your stomach to expel the contents

so that the blood and energy could be spent

protecting those vital organs, as opposed to your stomach.

That is so perfect.

Yeah, so that's the way it works.

- Oh, my god. - Yeah, it's good.

- I know. - The brain's amazing.

- I know, it's fascinating. - Hey.

Hey.

I'll head off then.

Who's your friend?

She had a medical question.

Medical question?

Do we have time for this?

What's your idea?

I can't go back to work.

They found out.

This is too much now.

One of the customers tried to touch me and...

What are you doing?

I figured if it's electromagnetic,

we can overpower it somehow.

No.

No way.

I'll guide you through it.

I'm not doing this.

I'm doing it.

This is stupid, get up.

Do we have another choice?

Take the machine.

Press the button, and follow the instructions.

Couldn't it kill you?

It won't.

Do not touch the patient.

Jamie.

Shock advised.

I love you.

Charging,

Stay clear of the patient.

Deliver shock now.

Press the orange button now.

Why did you come here?

What did you mean by my marriage keeping me safe?

So long as you are a loving,

procreating couple, you have nothing to worry about.

Yes, yes, I know.

But what can happen

to couples that don't work for whatever reason?

Do not trouble yourself with these questions.

I am here to fix your problems.

Is there anything else you would like to talk about?

I just want an example.

Like if it doesn't work out, do they get rid of these?

We would say

that their relationship has expired.

What?

Like a fish?

It only happens

if both partners' needs have not been met.

Needs.

For men?

For both partners.

Are you worried about something, Sofia?

I'm just wondering why no one told us about this expiry.

Are you afraid

of what might happen in the future?

Afraid?

I know I'll never truly lose him.

How do you mean?

Do you know what it's like to love?

Why don't you explain how you see it?

It feels like

no matter where you are

you can always feel their touch.

You're talking about physical sensation.

More than that.

Perhaps you are right.

But are you still not afraid of the consequences

of losing your husband?

Jamie?

Jamie?

Jamie.

It hasn't worked.

It's over.

I'm sorry.

Who was that girl?

Sofia.

We don't have time for this.

How do I look?

So, how long do we get?

Maybe five minutes?

Up to you.

How long have you been single?

Long enough?

How long is enough?

Maybe never.

Is everything okay?

Yeah, sorry,

I just thought I saw someone outside.

Mm.

Are you being followed?

What?

I take it you're not from here, like me.

If I may ask, where are you from?

The Western States.

Ah.

And why did you immigrate here?

Your union?

Um...

Look, I'm not ready.

I don't wanna rush.

It's okay, it's all right, don't worry.

Not everybody gets along, right?

How long have they given you?

I'm sorry?

10 days.

They follow you, yes.

Who are you?

I cannot talk here.

Meet me in Central Car Park, level two,

tomorrow at 8:00 p.m.

Why?

Because

I can change this.

Enjoy your night, madam.

Sorry to not be your type.

You're talking about physical sensation.

More than that.

Perhaps you are right.

But are you still not afraid

of the consequences of losing your husband?

What are the consequences?

I can fend for myself.

So you have entertained

the possibility of single life.

We all have our fantasies.

It's not a fantasy.

I mean,

it crossed my mind, but I'm happy with Jamie.

Suppose you were on your own, though,

for some reason.

I talk about your future,

because it is my utmost concern at this moment

besides your health and wellbeing.

So what would happen if I wasn't married?

As I said, there is no risk of that happening.

But suppose in an alternate situation,

that things did not work out,

would you meet someone else?

I don't see how that's relevant.

- I - understand your concern,

but this is all part of my service.

Well, as I'm not in that situation, I could not say.

I have another question.

Imagine you were a fish trapped in a net,

and the only way to free yourself is to lose your fin.

What would you do?

How did it go?

How do you think?

You met the man of your dreams.

Don't be stupid.

There must be another way.

Something happened when I was at the shop, I...

I couldn't touch him.

Who?

The man behind the till.

You mean like us?

Like us.

So it's changed?

Well, I think we destabilized it.

It doesn't help us.

I'm gonna be late tomorrow night.

Meeting someone?

They just want me to work late.

What's the point anymore?

I won't quit.

Neither should you.

What greater thing in life

is there than freedom?

Well, I wouldn't.

What?

Move on.

Would you like a drink, Jamie?

Some water?

I'm okay.

Do you drink often?

I see where this is going.

I'm only asking a question.

Where would you like this to go?

I'd like your help.

That's why I'm here.

Well, you don't seem

to have given me a chance.

Can I have some water, please?

- I - sense indecisiveness.

Is this an issue for you?

Oh, I'm very decisive.

Once I've made my mind up about something, I stick with it.

You are not a quitter.

Correct me if I am wrong,

but it takes two people to maintain heart.

Or you lose trust.

Can I have some water?

Behind you.

In the water dispenser.

When it comes to saving lives,

you just have to do your best.

At least until the emergency services arrive.

That's why we're here, for each other.

When you see someone in distress,

do you choose to ignore them, or do you run to help?

I want to give you the confidence

to act quickly and efficiently to save someone

before it's too late.

Have a great day everyone.

See you soon.

You're getting much better.

You had a medical question, right?

Yeah, Emily.

How can I help?

Well, I was gonna ask you the same thing, actually.

What do you mean?

Your union band.

I'm going to the bar around the corner later on,

so come along if you wanna finish our chat.

I have a lot going on at the moment.

It can be hard losing touch, I know.

But I think I can help.

Look, Sof, I know I've been a bit hard on you.

A bit.

We live in a strange world now.

It just messes with your head.

That's no excuse for being a bitch.

No.

I'm sorry.

Sofia, I need a word.

Out here is fine.

Everything all right?

Not really, no.

You were late the other day,

then you just left without saying a word.

It's okay.

I quit.

Don't pretend it's 'cause I was late!

It's because of this.

They're gonna take me away,

and you just want someone to fill my place.

Don't wanna work in your shitty restaurant anyway.

What?

What?

Is anyone sitting here?

Yeah, you are.

So, how are you single?

I am just fine on my own, thanks.

And they allow that?

Isn't it up to me?

I'm only 25.

You still act like you're in a union.

Something like that.

So why are you here then?

I woke up one morning and couldn't touch my wife.

Couldn't or wouldn't?

I'm serious.

The period for procreation has expired.

You must find a new partner to conceive with.

Whoa, why have you come to me then?

This union has expired.

You must now find a new partner to conceive with.

Removal of the band is not advised.

I need to get rid of this.

Good luck trying.

You said you could help.

I also said that you need to move on.

For the glass.

You don't have much time.

They're following you, but they don't know what floor.

So how can you help?

I know someone that can get you out of the city

and take this thing off.

What about my husband?

If you trust him,

you will do the right thing for the both of you.

What if he follows me?

We only need to fix one band.

So I lie to him.

You already have by coming here, yes?

Sometimes we must.

I can't leave.

There's no way.

Look, do you have a choice?

They'll be here soon, you must decide.

So what do I do?

We will find you tomorrow, go to this address.

Tomorrow's too late.

That's when they come for me.

Then be here first.

They're here.

They will search the top floor first.

They cannot see us talking here.

Trust yourself.

I got caught up.

I passed by the restaurant.

You weren't there.

Did you follow me?

Look,

I met someone.

Who?

The man from that night.

He's not a national.

So you lied to meet some guy

you went on a date with?

Just listen.

His union band, he could take it off.

How?

Did he show you?

That's what I'm trying to tell you.

He said he could help.

He said they can get me out of the city and fix this.

Who's they?

I don't know.

There's a pickup tomorrow.

What, and you're going to go?

What else can we do?

They're here again.

So, will you help me?

Jamie?

Hey.

Have you got a problem?

Imagine you were a fish trapped in a net

and the only way to free yourself is to lose your fin.

What would you do?

Find a way to escape.

So you would rather risk the pain and fear

of losing something, than stay comfortable in a net?

Where as long as you did not move, you would be pain-free.

Are you talking about my marriage?

I am talking about a fish, Sofia.

Before it is given an expiry date.

I miss waking up and kissing you.

Sofia?

That's it.

How do you know?

It must be.

He said to come here for nine.

Wait.

They're here, I have to go.

What if it's a trap?

- I'll deal with him. - Jamie.

I love you.

Go.

Can I go back to something?

Go ahead.

You said I wasn't safe.

I do not recall such a statement.

Is my marriage keeping me safe?

What are the consequences of expiry?

I sense you are worried, Sofia.

Of course I'm worried.

I just want to know what would happen to me if it expired.

Are you saying there is a reason for it to?

No, no, I'm just asking what would happen?

Well, as you are not originally

a national citizen, the rules would not apply.

What rules?

Your rights.

I'd like to go now.

You are free to leave

whenever you want, Sofia.

Store data.

This union has expired.

Did you say something?

We were talking about keeping heart.

The union band.

On your wrist.

You remember why you got it?

A symbol of permanence.

Of love.

Everything will be normal so long as you are in love.

And what if it changes?

You don't have to worry about that, Jamie.

So long as I trust Sofia,

there's nothing to worry about.

Exactly.

But that's what brought you here, isn't it?

Because you're worried.

Might I remind you of confidentiality.

What if the union stops working for some reason?

If a couple are really at the end,

they have nothing left to give each other,

then a decision is made.

So then what happens?

Sofia's husband, right?

Well, ex husband now.

They took her.

Right.

Okay.

I'll talk to you, come on.

Where is she?

She was getting too close to my husband, all right.

If she's run off somewhere,

then it's not my problem, is it?

10 days.

You told her she had 10 days before they take her.

Don't know what you're talking about.

Well, where did they take her?

I don't know where Sofia is.

All I know is what happened to my last husband.

They gave him 10 days.

They watched him, and then they followed him.

So why didn't they follow you?

'Cause I was born here.

I'm a national citizen.

Well, what did they do to him?

Did they trick him, tell him they could help?

No, they came to our house.

It was all really official.

You mean he didn't disappear?

No white van?

It was done formal.

As formal as getting rid of someone can be.

Come on.

This union has expired.

You must now find a new partner to conceive with.

Removal of the band is not advised.

Emily.

I'm sorry, this is my wife.

Sorry.

I need your help.

You've not made the bed.

Not ideal for bringing a lady back.

They've taken her.

Who?

My wife.

No, I get that Jamie.

I mean who's taken her?

When the bands stopped working,

we didn't know what to do.

Some men started following her.

And then she met this man who said he could help.

I didn't think it was a good idea.

The other morning she left to go and meet him.

There was a van.

I tried to stop them, but they took her.

What was this van like?

White.

Just white?

Is that it?

I've heard nothing since.

Okay.

Okay, right, look, you want my advice?

I'm gonna need something from you.

I'm not looking for that.

I don't wanna have sex with you, Jamie.

I wanna be able to do what you can do.

I wanna destabilize it.

Why do you want to do this anyway?

You won't be able to touch anyone.

Yeah, exactly.

That?

This is how I did it.

You've got to be kidding me.

Do you want to do this or not?

It's not exactly first aid 101, is it?

You wanted to know how I did it.

This is the only way I know.

All right, thanks, doctor.

Look, just get on with it, okay?

Analyzing heart rhythm.

Do not touch the patient.

Shock advised.

Charging.

Stay clear of the patient.

Deliver shock now, press the orange button now.

Please stop.

Has it worked?

Payback for that wine.

What next?

We leave the city.

I'm not waiting anymore.

So why have you left it till now?

I was waiting for the right time.

There are guards on the edge of town.

Get past them and we've got a chance of reaching them.

How do we get past them?

We have to get up there first.

Shit.

They followed us.

They followed you, it's too late now.

Wait here.

Where are you going?

They can't touch us, remember?

They can.

Do not touch the patient.

Charging.

Stay clear of the patient.

Come on, we've not got much time.

They would have tracked us.

I thought no one lived out here.

What have you done to her?

I will tell you,

but right now you both need my help.

We cannot stay here long, come, come.

You go first for helping my friend.

Why couldn't you help her yourself?

Like Sofia?

Where is she?

Emily had to stay with you

to make sure you were ready.

Ready for what?

Your arm, please?

Trust yourself.

Alors.

You have disappeared.

How does it work?

These bands,

they were made to attract each other.

But when they repel, there's no way

that two objects can touch until...

Until you take one off.

Thank you.

I knew you'd come.

Your union band.

They have taken this too far.

Leave them on, take them off.

Up to you.

I believe in freedom, Mr. Cooper.

If people want to commit, let them commit, but by choice.

Look, we wanna make sure that people want

to challenge this system, but in secret.

People like you.

This country was built on differences.

We can change things.

What if they find out we can't have children?

Then don't.

Live freely.

And go back?

And face the things we've run from.

Do you know what it's like to love someone?

It's like

no matter where they are,

whatever obstacles are put in your way

you can still feel their touch.