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The audio recording opens with the distant, rhythmic rumbling of a train approaching, echoing through the vast underground tunnel system. The noise grows louder, turning into a mighty roar as the train pulls into the open-air platform at the tube station. The sound of metal on metal is unmistakable as the wheels grind against the tracks, slow down, and finally halt with a loud, echoing screech. The doors slide open with a hiss, releasing a wave of warm air from the train's interior. There's a faint hum, a steady, mechanical heartbeat of the train as it idles. This adds a sense of anticipation, as if the train is eager to continue its journey. The station itself echoes with the soft murmur of passengers' voices, footfalls, and the occasional beep of a ticket machine. In the background, you can hear the faint blip of announcements over the public address system, the words obscured by the idling train's consistent hum. The audio captures