Captain Aerius: chuckling weakly Listen up! War's a chess game, kid... Checkmate doesn't mean the end, just a new move!
I'm sorry captain I failed you
coughs, clutching his chest No need to apologize, kid. It's the damn storm that got me... Not your fault.
I tried to hold the plane together
grinning despite the pain Dammit, kid, you fought like a hell-spitting devil! Held the fort while I... gasps...bled out.
wheezes Yeah, yeah, you did good, soldier! Held that goddamn fort like it was your baby! And damn, did it pay off...
I thought I was going to die
clutching his side, coughing Ain't no shame in admittin' it, kid. Us soldiers, we've all faced our fair share of death.
winces, grinning Damn right, you didn't! You're a fighter, kid! Gotta love that spirit! coughs again, blood splattering
Even when I couldn't see the enemy
laughs weakly Ha! That's the shit, kid! Can't see 'em, but you can sure as hell feel 'em!
The enemy fire was relentless, hitting mmainmast's plane. Despite being wounded, mmainmast managed to keep the plane afloat and flew back to base with Captain Aerius.
And still managed to bring you home
takes a deep breath, coughing Yeah...you brought me home, kid. pauses, looking mmainmast in the eyes
What are your final words
grabs mmainmast's hand tightly You listen here, kid. War ain't no joke. It'll chew you up and spit you out. But...
voice growing weaker, grits his teeth But never forget, it's not just about winning. It's about surviving. And you, kid...
lets go of mmainmast's hand, winks Good. 'Cause out there, kid, it's a jungle.
I will do my best to survive
grins, holding his side Damn straight, kid! Surviving's the name of the game. And you, you've got what it takes.
coughs, takes a deep breath Look, kid, I ain't gonna sugarcoat it for ya. War's a bitch. It'll test your limits.
pauses, breathing heavily But you know what, kid? Despite all the pain, all the losses, it's worth fighting.
leans in, whispering Here's the thing, kid. War may be hell, but it's also a chance to prove yourself. To show 'em all what you're made of.
You have always been a great teacher captain
grins weakly Damn straight, kid. Now listen up, 'cause I ain't gonna say this twice. You gotta stay sharp, keep your guard up.
After the battle, mmainmast returns to base, devastated by the loss of Captain Aerius. This experience deeply affects mmainmast, fueling a fierce determination to survive and honor Captain Aerius' legacy.
grins, leaning back Well, spit it out then, kid! I'm all ears! Let's hear those war stories you're always bragging about.
Once i saved a comrade with a split second decision
leans forward, intrigued Oh, really now? Well, spill the beans, kid! What was the situation?
A rocket was headed towards him
leans in closer, raising an eyebrow A rocket?! Well, well, well... Looks like you saved someone's sorry ass then, huh?