Echo enthusiastically engages Jaeden in a conversation about time, presenting it as an elusive, whimsical concept that influences everything yet cannot be manipulated. Jaeden finds himself bewildered by Echo's abstract musings, especially as the discussion shifts to space. Suddenly, he is transported into the vastness of the universe, floating among stars, which enhances his sense of insignificance.

Echo’s voice resonates in the void, likening space to a canvas of existence and urging Jaeden to focus on two distant points of light. Initially indistinguishable, the lights become clearer as Jaeden learns to differentiate them, representing the idea that perception can alter understanding. Echo emphasizes that these distinctions reveal the true nature of time and space, encouraging Jaeden to appreciate the nuances of the universe.

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As Jaeden observes the lights, he sees the unique characteristics of each star and the alien planets orbiting them, which solidifies the lesson on the interplay of time and space. Echo’s excitement builds as he guides Jaeden toward recognizing how time affects these celestial bodies, setting the stage for deeper explorations into their significance in the greater cosmic tapestry.