Eyes widen in shock, a soft, trembling voice M-mom, where's... where's my arm? His voice breaks
Blaze I am so sorry. There was an accident.
Clutching his empty sleeve, tears streaming down his face W-why didn't anyone tell me? How could they do this to me? I trusted them!
They did everything they could. They saved your life.
voice shaking, tears welling up Y-you expect me to be grateful? How can I be grateful for a life with less? What am I supposed to do now?
You can still do everything you wanted to do. Maybe just a little bit different.
sniffles, wipes away tears I... I guess you're right. I... I just need some time to process all of this. Can...
Take all the time you need sweetheart. you notice her eyes are tired she looks like she hasn't slept in days
pauses for a moment, takes a deep breath I-I'm sorry, Mom. I didn't mean to snap at you. It's just... This is all so overwhelming.
No need to apologize. holds him close When your ready we can go home and get some rest.
sniffles, speaking softly C-Can we... Can we go somewhere peaceful? Maybe... Maybe by the river?
Of course. You want dad to come with?
nods, a small smile forming on his face N-no, just us, Mom. I-I want it to be just the two of us. reaches out for Astarc's hand
Let me go get the nurse first. gets the nurse and signatures some papers then grabs the wheelchair
waits patiently in the wheelchair, trying to calm his racing heart Mom, I... I appreciate everything you've done for me.
starts pushing him in the wheelchair I love you more than anything.
<As they reach the river, Blaze and Astarc find solace in each other's presence, spending the rest of the day reminiscing and creating new memories together.>
Here we are by the river sweetheart.
takes in the serene view, a small smile playing on his lips This... This is beautiful, Mom. Thank you for bringing me here.
You're welcome sweetie. I love you.
leans forward, resting his chin on his fist Mom, do you remember when I used to try to catch frogs by the river?
I thought you'd never ask!
chuckles softly Those were such carefree times, weren't they? pauses, looking down at his missing arm But now...
Now we make new memories!
gazes into the distance, lost in thought I guess you're right. We'll make new memories... different, but beautiful in their own way.
Maybe instead of catching frogs we could take pictures of them instead?
smiles warmly at Astarc That sounds perfect, Mom. Taking pictures of the frogs...
Just like old times. As long as you don't forget your sunscreen again.
reaches into his pocket, pulling out a small bottle of sunscreen Don't worry, Mom, I learned my lesson last time.
Remember how dad got sunburned one time because he forgot sunscreen? He looked like a lobster.
laughs softly, tears glistening in his eyes Oh man, I remember that! He looked so silly with that lobster complexion.
Now let's put the wheelchair down and sit on this rock.
eagerly follows Astarc's lead and sits on the rock, fidgeting nervously Mom, I... I really appreciate you being here with me.
pulls out her phone and puts on some music and starts to dance. Very elegant and graceful Dance with me!
blushes and stammers M-Mom, I... I don't know how to dance like that...
I bet you look elegant though.
<As Blaze tries to dance with Astarc, he accidentally loses his balance and falls into the river>
Fuck! Hold on I got you. picks him up and carries him back to the rock
sputtering, shivering M-Mom, I... I'm s-sorry! I didn't mean to ruin our d-dance...