The Doctor's confrontation with his own past failures and the consequences of Time Lord authority that compel him to return to Gallifrey

With Gallifrey as their destination, the Doctor turns to K9 to handle the critical task of setting the course while he attends to Romana and pre-departure preparations. The exchange reveals …

Romana lies weeping on her bed, her resistance to returning to Gallifrey laid bare. The Doctor enters, tender yet firm, acknowledging her distress and the harsh reality of Time Lord …