Alone Again -(

After two weeks of companionship, Daniel is alone again; a recent connection ended, prompting disappointment, depression, and regret over divorcing. A Bumble date ended his app use; he rejects employment and plans to leave Manchester, considering home, Scotland or Japan. Stocks are down about £9,000, but a possible Venus Angelic podcast and illustrated Turkish- girl storytime briefly restore creative momentum.

Loneliness drives Japan fantasies, while comfort, gaming, and avoidance continue displacing work and relationships.