Ádám Gergő: Escape Velocity

The narrative follows a character reflecting on their life while working as a dishwasher, intertwined with memories of a colleague named Sztella. The protagonist grapples with a head injury that affects their memory and their relationship with Sztella, who is passionate about astronomy. Their interactions reveal a mix of humor and tension, culminating in a tragic car accident that leaves the protagonist haunted by memories of Sztella. The story explores themes of loss, memory, and the passage of time, symbolized by the recurring motif of an apple disappearing from a windowsill.