Who Lives and Who Dies

Here's the last chapter. Nothing much here, really, but I didn't want to end everything on a bad note.

Chapter 12: The End of Time

Shawn was approaching the 4400 Center when he noticed someone watching him. It was the Doctor.

"Doctor," Shawn said hesitantly. "It's been a while. Years."

"Shawn Farrell, leading the 4400 Center. Brilliant."

"I took over as soon as I came back from traveling with you. Jordan became incapacitated while I was away. Long story with a baby involved."

"I was wrong, Shawn. I shouldn't have changed history on Mars, but I will still tell you that you will do a great job here."

"Thanks, Doctor."

The Doctor suddenly looked weak.

"Are you all right, Doctor?"

"I'm dying, Shawn. That's why I came."

"I'm sorry to hear that, Doctor. I really am. Is there anything I can do?"

"I know a lot's happened in the past few years," the Doctor responded, not wanting to answer Shawn's question. Anyway, I just came to see how you were doing and to say that you were right. About Donna being right. I do need someone. Maybe in the next life."

"Doctor . . ."

"It's all right, Shawn. It was nice having you around."

"I admit it was fun, when things weren't falling apart."

"I've been told I choose my companions well. I think I would have chosen you, even if weren't forced into it."

"Thanks, Doctor."

"Take care of yourself, Shawn."

Shawn felt like reaching out, but he could tell from the Doctor's expression that the Doctor needed to go. Shawn simply nodded and then watched the Doctor depart and enter the TARDIS.

"Bye, Doctor."


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