In the wake of the Free Net's growing influence, Zane identifies a potential ally: Yara Kimura, a renowned data activist and former hacker. Once opposed to the resistance, Yara has since shifted her stance, understanding the need for balance between freedom and responsibility. Seeing her as a bridge to win over skeptical communities, Nyla and Zane reach out, hoping she can help mediate between the GTA and the Free Net.
After intense negotiations, Yara agrees to work with the GTA but on one condition: she wants full access to GTA's monitoring systems to ensure their promises are upheld. The team is wary, but they realize transparency will be key to establishing trust.
"Only if the GTA holds itself accountable will others believe it's different," Yara tells them. With her on board, Nyla feels hopeful, even if Yara's radical views sometimes clash with GTA's protocols.