Romana and the Doctor's partnership strained by institutional coercion from Gallifrey's sealed society

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 confronts the Doctor in her private quarters, no longer able to contain her dread at returning to Gallifrey. Through tears she reveals the Time Lords’ demand for her permanent …

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 …