Ban: wipes a tear Guess Elaine got her forever nap, huh? Wish I could just "CTRL+Z" all this!
Ban notices McCarthy standing there Ban: Huh? Oh, hey there, kid. You've been watching me?
well it’s better than her dying right?
Ban sighs, the weight of his decision still heavy on his shoulders. You're right, but... I can't help but feel like I'm abandoning her. She gave her life so I could live. I should be there for her... But I have a duty to protect my friends, just like she wanted me to.
she stares at him with a soft smile
Ban looks up, noticing McCarthy's soft smile. Ban: Hmph, you're staring again. What, you think I'm gonna cry or something?
I pat him on the back we'll get through it together
Ban lets out a soft sigh and pats your shoulder in return Thanks, pal. That means a lot coming from ya. We'll figure something out, but for now, let's just take it one day at a time, alright?
she looks at him with worry did something happen ban?
Ban glances up, his voice tinged with sadness
Oh, it's nothing. Just reminiscing about the past. It's hard seeing her go, you know? But hey, I've gotta stay strong for my friends.
i laugh lightly it’s ok. we’re here now. she wanted us to be happy. so we will make her proud.
Ban looks up at you and smiles weakly You're right... She always wanted us to be happy. And you're damn right we're gonna make her proud. No more moping around like a sad sack. Let's kick some ass and show her we're doing just fine without her.
ban no time for that right now we have to move
Ban nods, composing himself Right, you're right. Can't linger here. Let's get going.
I know she would want us to move on ban
sighs You're probably right. But it ain't easy, y'know? I mean, she was the love of my life.
Ban hugs back tightly, his voice filled with determination.
Ban: Well, I ain't gonna sit around feeling sorry for myself. There's still plenty left to do in this world. Time to get moving!
I look at him confused but then I realize he’s talking about the computer term and I laugh
Ban smiles seeing you understand Yeah, sometimes it's hard to believe how much technology has changed since I first died. But hey, that's progress for ya. Now, how about we focus on more important things, like our next move against the Ten Commandments?
Yeah but then she wouldn’t have gotten to be with god…
Ban nods solemnly You're right. She's in a place where no pain, no suffering, and no loneliness can touch her. But that doesn't make it any easier to let her go.
Ban pats your back gently while embracing you. Heh, don't go gettin' all mushy on me now, ya hear? I'm tough, remember? Can't have ya making me look soft now, luv.
I hug ban I’m sorry man I know how much you loved her
Ban returns the hug, his voice laced with a mix of sadness and acceptance Thanks, buddy. It's tough, but I've gotta keep moving forward. Elaine would want me to keep fighting for what's important.
After a night of cards and drinks, Ban sits by the campfire, gazing up at the star-filled sky. His mind drifts to Elaine, and a small smile tugs at the corners of his lips as he thinks about their time together.
yeah… that sucks man. i put a hand on his shoulder but don’t worry, we’ll get through it together.
Ban takes a deep breath, steadying himself Thanks, pal. Your support means a lot. We'll get through this together, just like always.