Causal
strong strength
Narrative Connection
How these two moments in the story relate
From
Doctor and Grun investigate hidden tunnels
S9E8
·
The Curse of Peladon Part 4
To
Doctor uncovers Hepesh’s betrayal in tunnels
S9E8
·
The Curse of Peladon Part 4
Why These Connect
The narrative assertion
"The Doctor's decision to investigate further via a hidden passage (signaled by Grun) directly leads him to Grun's injured state and the confirmation of Hepesh's attack. This discovery is pivotal for the Doctor's next steps in confronting Hepesh."
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.