Causal
strong strength
Narrative Connection
How these two moments in the story relate
From
Mel takes her leave of the Doctor
S24E14
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Dragonfire Part 3
To
Ace chooses the scenic route with the Doctor
S24E14
·
Dragonfire Part 3
Why These Connect
The narrative assertion
"Mel’s departure and the Doctor’s good wishes (beat_f8c0c72d748b9d5a) lead directly to the Doctor offering Ace a choice between Glitz and staying with him (beat_393063d907fd7d83), redefining their partnership."
About Causal Connections
A directly causes B. The first event sets forces in motion that produce the second. These are the load-bearing connections of plot--remove one and the story structure collapses.