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17:08, Day Zero. Subject leaves Site Kenneth and proceeds west-northwest,
believing he hears sounds of traffic on a nearby highway. Infrared measurements
indicate high metabolic set consistent with optimism, elation. The lost lamb
hastens to rejoin the flock.
17:24. Subject approaches stream cut and natural amphitheatre (Site Harvey).
Breathing pattern registered on remote microphones becomes shallow and arhythmic
as subject processes failure of cognitive model. Begins to vocalize.
17:37. Subject perceives onset of darkness, moves south-southwest at rapid pace.
Vocalizations intensify.
18:03. Subject arrives at Site Mary just as the last warm rays of sunset are lost
among the brooding oaks.
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