The: Peripheral 1x2

In the second episode of The Peripheral , " Empathy Bonus ," Flynne realizes her VR simulation is actually a, quantum, future-set reality, where she, along with her brother, must navigate a dangerous conspiracy in a technologically, advanced London. She agrees to help find Aelita West to protect her family from threats that have followed her back to the present. Detailed episode discussions and community analysis are available on Reddit .