Captain, I…I think I finally understand…why you did what you did.
She hadn't realized what she was doing until it was too late.
You…were protecting someone you held dear…even if it meant sacrificing yourself in the end…
Strong arms cradled her body gently. She tilted her head back, resting it against a muscular shoulder.
"Kanna." She managed weakly.
"You didn't need to…not for me…I…I was supposed to…"Kanna wept , cursing internally each time her voice had cracked unsteadily.
Clouded emerald gazed into tear-filled violet.
"Kanna…be stronger….than I ever was…and…"
"Maria…please...no." Kanna whispered, begging.
Her eyes closed.
I love you
Forever.