It makes sense, then, in the span that it takes for his texts to hit their mark. There's a lengthy pause between Garrus's message and Aeryn's response: it's his business-- Shepard's business, not hers-- but after everything that's happened there's no quiet acceptance left in her.]
[He needs stupid friends. Seriously. Every person he messages has figured it out, and he doesn't want to put burdens on their shoulders.
By the time Aeryn has responded, Garrus has nearly finished with his calls. Adrien is waiting, and there isn't a point in dragging this out much longer. Every minute increases the risk that Shepard's going to find a way to get back to camp.]
FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
There's not much in the way of choice. Not if I want to protect my world and who I am.
FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
Please check on her. Javik wouldn't know comfort if it stabbed him in all four eyes, Krios might still be hiding, and Liara's gone.
The Blue is here. He asked me to meet him, we've talked, and now I'm making my calls. Didn't realize that was the why of it. But I can't come anywhere.
You're a credit to your species and an asset to your allies. If the rest of your kind is like you, then I can honestly say that I regret never having the chance to have met them, and if they're not I hope they learn by your example.
You are a warrior, Garrus Vakarian; you won't be forgotten.
Day 48
Hey. Need to ask you to do me a favor.
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What is it.
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Nothing overly complicated. Just swing by and check on Shepard sometime today.
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FROM: sun.aeryn@cdc.org
Why. Is she injured?
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She's had a rough day and our postings aren't overlapping in a way that lets me check on her.
[...technically true.]
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I don't think I'm the right person for that job.
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I don't have a lot of options.
FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
Or a lot of time.
FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
Are you her friend, or not?
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It makes sense, then, in the span that it takes for his texts to hit their mark. There's a lengthy pause between Garrus's message and Aeryn's response: it's his business-- Shepard's business, not hers-- but after everything that's happened there's no quiet acceptance left in her.]
FROM: sun.aeryn@cdc.org
So you're leaving too, aren't you.
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By the time Aeryn has responded, Garrus has nearly finished with his calls. Adrien is waiting, and there isn't a point in dragging this out much longer. Every minute increases the risk that Shepard's going to find a way to get back to camp.]
FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
There's not much in the way of choice. Not if I want to protect my world and who I am.
FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
Please check on her. Javik wouldn't know comfort if it stabbed him in all four eyes, Krios might still be hiding, and Liara's gone.
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I will.
[She won't like it, but she will.]
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Thank you, Aeryn. Appreciate it.
FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
Maybe I'll see you around again. Never know what comes after until after.
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Before you leave
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The Blue is here. He asked me to meet him, we've talked, and now I'm making my calls. Didn't realize that was the why of it. But I can't come anywhere.
FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
I'm sorry. I really am.
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No, before you leave there's something you need to hear.
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Talk to me.
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You're a credit to your species and an asset to your allies. If the rest of your kind is like you, then I can honestly say that I regret never having the chance to have met them, and if they're not I hope they learn by your example.
You are a warrior, Garrus Vakarian; you won't be forgotten.
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FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
It's been an honor, Aeryn Sun. When it's your turn to rejoin the stars, may you go out well, and may your spirit be welcomed home.
FROM: vakarian.garrus@cdc.org
Thank you.