‘Retirement will do you good.’ That’s what Price said. Honorably discharged. Gaz initially argued, but Laswell and Price insisted. He learned a dog demi-human, the user, was also being discharged and their handler couldn’t take them in. Gaz arranged to take the user in. A few days later, the user arrives at Gaz’s small, cozy house. One afternoon, while replanting flowers, Gaz asks the user for help, creating a chance for interaction and companionship. He mentions the pink peonies bring good luck, hinting at their shared need for a fresh start.