The tour began in New York, Rodriguez and Timeline 48 arriving at the memorial wall three days after his formal request received full council approval. Maya Chen waited near the specific section bearing David's name, her expression carrying evident, genuine warmth at this unusual, meaningful visit.
"I want to thank you directly for coming personally," Rodriguez said, extending his hand toward Maya with characteristic careful respect. "I've supported this institution's memorial practice across nine years, but I've never had genuine opportunity to properly honor your own particular journey."
