Some viewers may not have fully grasped the meaning behind the line, “I’m grateful for artificial gravity on occasions like this.” Of course, it can be simply interpreted as "it’s hard to drink wine from a glass without artificial gravity,” but it can also be read as a reference to the sediment that accumulates in aged wine.

Sediment in mature, vintage wine can be bitter and unpleasant on the tongue. That is why care must be taken when pouring wine so as not to mix in the sediment. However, if you were in zero gravity, the sediment would float up and mix throughout the wine. In other words, Challia’s line can be interpreted to mean, “Thanks to artificial gravity, I can enjoy the wine without the sediment mixing in.” From this brief line, we get a glimpse that Challia is quite accustomed to drinking wine.

Additionally, among some fans, there has been lively speculation about the brand of wine Char and Challia were enjoying at this moment. Even though it’s a quick exchange, it is a scene with a depth of flavor—much like a vintage wine itself.

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