Author's note (the last one for this story! YAY!): Thanks for your reviews! As always they're read, taken to heart and give me encouragement and motivation to continue. I received quite a few ideas and speculations on what's going to happen next. Sometimes mysteries go untold, like the Bermuda Triangle and sometimes they are revealed... But with me I leave it to the reader to figure out the mystery for themselves... well we all have brains don't we? Or at least imagination... (shrugs) If you think you solved the mystery feel free to tell me.

So I shall continue... for this last and final hurrah!

Enjoy!

Epilogue -"Being your friend sucks!" Daxter Jak II

Keira

I don't know what made Jak snap out of his dark and depressed mood that day but all I can say it was a complete and utter miracle. After what happened to all of us I think the Precursors were secretly watching and quietly worked in our favour. After all I can't think up any other logical explanation in how Jak survived the Eco infusion.

I smiled as I stood in front of my new auto parts shop. The insurance finally paid and I instantly started to rebuild the shop. The initial explosion from the accident months earlier pretty much destroyed everything but the fire that consumed the building left it in ashes. Luckily I had the original blueprints and got it rebuilt with a little tweaking here and there that wasn't in the original plan.

Also it was located in North Town where Jak caused a lot of destruction, which was being cleaned up, and rebuilt. The main Freedom Headquarters building survived as well as my area survived. I was lucky that the public still had access to this area at all.

"Hey Keira" a voice greeted behind me

I turned to see Jak approach me. I lit up at his arrival. He stopped beside me and folded his arms.

"Finally finished?" he asked his head was in the direction of the shop. I could almost swear he could see again.

"Yeah" I replied, "I'll be still fixing vehicles and all that but my main focus is renewable non-Eco energy sources. Preferably environmentally friendly but that part I'll have to work on"

Jak seemed to stiffen at this before turning his head in my direction.

I gave a small smile even if he couldn't see it, "My prototype you and Daxter used to get to the Precursor Mountain Temple stood up well to the situations. I know where I need to work on and what I need to add to it"

"I'm sorry" he said quietly in his rustic voice

I frowned, "Sorry? For what?"

"For the accident" he answered guiltily, "For blaming you"

I shrugged even if he couldn't see it, "You don't have to apologize for anything. I understand. You were angry and upset"

Jak shook his head, "It's not ok! I was a complete jerk to you! I blamed you for something that wasn't even your fault! Samos told me you stopped working on Eco vehicle projects because of the accident"

I blinked in surprise at the news and in that instant he knew my real reason for turning away. While I made a mental note too keep my father's nose out of my business, I knew that Jak would feel guilty over this. Out of both of us here I should be the guilty one...

I realized I left the silence for too long and Jak filled the gap.

"I'm really sorry Keira" he said sadly, "Trouble seems to follow me everywhere..."

I shook my head, "Its actually my fault. For all this"

I bit my lip and looked away. I knew Jak couldn't see my reaction but guilt was defiantly on my mind. I had to tell him... I don't know what would his reaction would be but... I saw his puzzled expression. I quickly shoved in the reason so he wouldn't think I was just trying to make him feel better or anything corny like that.

"Jak" I hesitated, "There's something... there's something I need to tell you"

"What?"

I couldn't even turn to him to see his face so I continued to look out somewhere in front of me.

"It's my fault" I said reluctantly, "I-I caused the accident"

"What? You can't. You heard Rygar-"

I shook my head and forced out, "I... I helped him"

There was silence. A painfully awkward one.

"What do you mean?" Jak's voice was puzzled

I gave a sigh, "It started years ago. Rygar contacted me knowing about my expertise in mechanics. At this time I didn't know he was an old Krimzon Elite soldier and former second in command to the Baron. He somehow knew my nack with using Precursor technology and interfacing it with our own technology. He offered me a job in his organization and since I was alone and I was just doing odd jobs around the city I decided to take it"

I paused as my stomach felt queasy.

"He paid me well as I build him a database of information on Precursor and Human technology and how to connect them together. He use to pay for the artefacts that the Wastelanders collected and created technology that is both destructive and horrific... with my help. After a few months working there I- I... saw some things that I shouldn't have... and I saw what his organization really was. So I quit, and with the money I saved I opened up a garage at the stadium..."

"I don't see how-" Jak interrupted

"I'm not finished..." I replied quietly, "A week before the accident he came into the shop, after so many years without contact, wanting my expertise again. I was shocked. He offered me double the amount he paid me last time but I didn't take it. I knew what his group did secretly and I didn't want any part of it. A few days later a suspicious looking man came in, looking at everything in my shop as if he was memorizing every detail. I knew he saw my vehicle project in using Light Eco fuel. I got rid of him as soon as possible but I think it was too late. Then the accident happened..."

"Keira its not your fault..." Jak said truthfully before saying quietly, "Rygar wanted me blind in the first place"

I gave a sad sigh, "I gave him the plans in interfacing Precursor artefacts with Human technology. I gave him the very tools to create machines that are so terrible that it would make the Baron's plans in cracking open the Precursor Stone look like child's play. You know how powerful and mysterious Precursor Technology is and if humans could ever control it..."

"But he didn't use any machines" Jak quietly pointed out

I shook my head and closed my eyes, "He used you..."

He was silent so I continued.

"I helped him build the weather machine that caused the accident, I helped him build the satellite dish that absorbed Eco and helped him create advancements that were never achieved before like disabling Eco weaponry and minor Eco energies. My mistake cost you your sight and almost your life as well as others..."

"But you didn't intend for all this to happen" Jak replied quietly before cracking an empty joke, "Don't do the self blaming, that's my job"

"But if I didn't give him all that information in the first place then he wouldn't have done this at all! I might as well build the damn machines myself!" I pointed out angrily wondering why he wasn't mad or upset with me

"Rygar has used us all for his gain" Jak faced the front and said in his quiet rustic voice

I blinked at him before replying unsure, "I suppose so..."

"He's dead now" Jak said coldly, "It doesn't matter anymore"

I could almost feel the iciness in his tone that made me shiver. The hatred for the old soldier was still there. Not a fiery hatred but more of a cold memorable kind of hatred. A hate that is accepted and forgiveness is never given, a hatred that would never die but live on dormant until the memories turn real and the person makes a second appearance. We all know that the man is just ash and dust and gone forever. The horrific scene still was burnt into my eyes.

"Its over now" Jak continued, "HQ took down the organization, retrieved all the technology and information. Ashelin says that Rygar preserved a lot of technology before the war destroyed everything. If the information you've given now would be used to help the city in making technologic advancements. Recovering all that was lost in war"

I gave a small smile, "I guess so"

Jak gave a small smile back as I blinked at his sudden reaction.

"It's no point hanging out here... you going to show me inside or what?"

I stood there blinking at him not believing what he just said, "Well I..."

Jak sighed, "I know I can't see but..."

"Yeah, secondary vision... erh right?" I finished wearily still puzzled by that strange phenomenon, "Dad keeps talking about it all the time. He's really proud that you actually, finally, connected to your 'inner sage' or something like that. He's happy that you could feel life forces like he can. He said that he saw you meditating once. I would have to eat a Leaper before I believe that"

I saw Jak smirk before it left his face. I glared at him catching sight of it.

"What's so funny?"

"Nothing" he replied innocently, "Are you going to give me a tour or what?"

I looked back at the shop, "It's still the same as before you know"

Jak shrugged, "I know"

I glanced at him before smiling, "Ok then, come on in"

Ashelin

I don't know what happened that made him snap out of his piddle party but when he turned up at the HQ asking us about continuing his job here I have to say I was completely surprised. Jak is sometimes a man of mystery to me. His life is unbelievably different to mine and yet we are here all in the same boat. Time and time again I often... we all often seem to rely on him and his abilities to get us through and save the day.

I sat next to him in the Naughty Ottsel, up on the stools, quietly unwinding from my day from work. Rygar had messed a whole lot of things up at the HQ. We got Vin back online, upgraded our security and anti-viral software and the clean up operation in North Town was underway. Torn wasn't too happy to be stuck behind a desk filling out mountains of paper work. I know the soldier for a long time and he isn't the one to be a pen pusher.

"Would you like a refill?" Tess asked me holding out a bottle of alcohol that hovered over my glass. She gave me her sweet smile, "It's on the house"

A gave a small smile back, "Sure, top me up"

Her tiny Ottsel hands professionally poured the drink in before capping the bottle and replacing it below the counter.

"Thanks for letting me back at HQ Ashelin" Jak's rustic voice came from beside me

I turned to him seeing him hunched over his own glass with a genuine smile on his face. I was glad that was a common occurrence as well. It has been such a long time since I seen him smile like that...

"It's the least I could do for what you've done" I replied casually, "Hell, you should get a Metal of Honor. You saved all of our lives and eventually the city"

Jak waved his hand slightly as if to shake off my compliments, "I did what anyone else could have done and that's it"

I shook my head. He was so modest and down to earth. Its one of the few things that added to his charm. His selflessness, his genuine caring of other people, his capability of bouncing back tragedy after tragedy. He was different to any man I've ever known. He wasn't indifferent, he was one of the guys, but his personality was rare to find in this city. Perhaps because he was brought up in an entirely different place... in a different time with different morals. At first I though his moralistic ideas were just naivety but then I realized I was wrong.

He wasn't shallow but had a great volume of depth.

"I'm just glad it's all over" Jak replied breaking into my thoughts, "Everything can go back to normal again"

Then suddenly Daxter popped up from behind the counter. He jumped up on the table fixing his blue shorts at his belt.

"Define normal" he quipped before picking up a bottle that was set on the counter and grabbed it by the neck

Jak shrugged, "Getting into trouble"

"Now that is normal" Daxter agreed before pouring the pure alcohol down his scrawny throat

He stopped guzzling and it popped out of his mouth with an audible sound before wiping his mouth from any residue.

"Ahhh that's the stuff" he sighed before he saw me and offered me the bottle, "Want some?"

I shook my head thinking about Ottsel backwash. He shrugged before continuing drinking from the bottle.

"I'm glad all this was over in a week... well if you don't include the period where you were out for three weeks" Daxter continued after his last gulp, "And thank the Precursors you got your job back because the rent is due. I've been on third notice for days now"

"Third notice?" Jak spluttered almost chocking on the sip he just had

Daxter blinked at him, "Yeah, the electricity bill is also four weeks over due..."

"What? Why didn't you tell me?" Jak snapped his face turned towards Daxter but his eyes were somewhere else

"Well with you being Mr. Sunshine back then I couldn't tell you! You would just bite my head off then feel guilty" Daxter shrugged, "And also I knew if I put in the hours and make some money making schemes I would pay the bills... eventually"

Jak shook his head, "Daxter..."

Daxter held his hand up even if Jak couldn't see it, "AH! Don't say it but you're gonna pay for them bills. No one mooches off me! At least you should pay the rent since you actually were at home way more often than me"

Jak shrugged and smirked, "Works for me"

"Great now that's settled..." he trailed as he took another long swig of the bottle

"Whoa easy on the liquor" I interjected

He put the bottle down and looked at my funny.

"Wat! You think I caan't handle a lil' bit of alcohol?" he protested his speech a little sloppy, "I hav you know thaat I hav an iron stomach or wazz it liver?"

With that he drank more. I shook my head drinking from my own glass. After a while Daxter layed on the counter wailing songs that I'd never heard of before. I looked over to Jak who seemed to be facing Daxter's rodent form.

"You ok?" I touched his arm

I felt him jerk as if I startled him. He blinked before shrugging.

"Yeah I'm fine. I'm gonna head off home" he said before slipping off the stool and heading for the exit, "See you tomorrow"

I watched him leave as he walked straight at the door with no troubles and no help from any cane. I didn't really understand how the man could walk and talk as if the disability wasn't even there. I knew he had some kind of secondary vision or something but now everything seems to come so natural to him. Sometimes I forget that he was actually blind.

Like I said Jak is a man of mystery to me and no woman can resist a mysterious man.

Keira

I sat with Jak in the hospital. We were in an empty grey ward as the usual noises and people echoed down the halls outside. I sat on one of the visitor chairs as Jak sat on the bed probably bored to his brain as Daxter kept shivering.

"Why did I agree to come?" he whimpered quietly

"What's wrong?" I asked hearing his complaint

He looked at me wide-eyed before clearing his throat and looking away, "Oh, uh, nothing..."

Jak seemed to take interest since nothing else occupied him at the moment, "You sound like you came face to face with a Metal Head"

Daxter gave a scared look as nervousness was apparent, "I do? Well uh, well you see..."

I gave a lazy smile as I caught on what he was so nervous about, "If you're really scared why don't you just leave?"

Daxter blinked at me as if I grew an extra head, "Wh- what?"

Jak frowned at me puzzled and I took his reaction in stride. I grew quite use to him facing me, where ever I may be, even if he was suppose to be blind.

"Leave" I repeated, "You don't have to be here"

"Well I didn't know we were coming here!" Daxter wailed, "And I can't! I don't know my way out! I'm trapped here! Trapped!"

His lip quivered, "I could end up in another ward with sick and dieing people or an emergency room full of... of..."

I sighed as Jak frowned.

"Am I missing something here?" he asked

"You remember when Daxter fell down a rocky slope when he was six?" I asked

"It was a cliff and I was eight!" Daxter corrected before folding his arms

Jak smiled as he remembered, "Yeah weren't we running away from something or someone?"

"Yeah and someone didn't help me when I fell" Daxter growled pointedly at Jak

"Hey! It's not my fault you're clumsy and tripped over" Jak said defensively, "...then rolled down the hill..."

Daxter turned away sulkily, "You still could have helped"

"I did! I brought you back to the village and you saw the doctor"

"My point exactly!" Daxter snapped

Jak frowned clearly confused so I decided to fill in at that point.

"The doctor was a little unconventional"

"Unconventional?" Daxter exclaimed, "He was a total psycho! He was gonna cut me to pieces with his 'surgical knives' and do horrible things to me!"

Jak blinked, "All he did was clean all your cuts and Samos healed you"

"Reluctantly healed me might I add... the old grouch" Daxter muttered distastefully

"So you're scared of hospitals?" Jak lifted an eyebrow at Daxter

"No..." Daxter said defensively, "I just don't like the way they smell... and all the gory stuff they do..."

"Its not a bloodbath" I said exasperated, "Its a place where people get better"

"I pity you" Daxter shook his head, "Such ignorance..."

"I agree you're totally blowing this out of proportion" Jak agreed

"Oh gang up on me why don't ya?" Daxter said sourly, "Don't worry one day you both will see what this place really is. Then you would fear it as much as me! Then I'll have the last laugh! Ha!"

Suddenly two people entered the room ending our trip down memory lane. One was a bleach blond haired doctor in the usual lab coat. I recognised him to be Jak's eye doctor. Ashelin came in after him dwelling behind him.

"What's going on Ashelin?" Jak instantly looked straight Ashelin.

I was surprised that he instantly knew who it was. He was getting good at this.

"Listen to the doctor" she replied coolly but I could see she was shocked

"Ah yes well" the doctor took point here, "We recently had a breakthrough to helping you regain your sight"

"What?" Jak was taken completely by surprise. I gasped as Daxter blinked, we shared in the shock also.

"We can give you part of the technology, Artifical Eyes"

Jak frowned, "What? I thought that was at least a decade off! You told me that when I went blind!"

"I only mentioned part of the technology" the doctor interrupted, "Uh well as you know your retina's have detached but the nerves and everything else that picks up messages from your eyes to your brain are still functioning... just cut off. So your eyes are perfectly fine. Artifical Eyes is about reconstructing an eye from scratch. It's quite advanced technology that really needs to be tested before introduced to the public.

Anyway we just recently we received the technology to reattach the retinas and rewire your optical nerves to allow your brain to receive visual imagery again"

I turned to Jak to see his reaction and I saw the man practically speechless. I couldn't blame him. After almost six months living with the blindness it can be debilitating, especially to a warrior like him. With his secondary vision he had, surely it was nothing compared to actually seeing in clear high definition, digitally clear, Technicolor. I was sure he put himself down as never going to ever see again so this was naturally a shock.

The doctor replied, "Uh, well, we received some help to get the technology back..."

"From who?" Keira asked

"From Rygar" Asheling stepped in

"Rygar?" Jak frowned then said coldly, "He's dead"

"I know but what he left behind worked in our favour" she smirked, "He stored every piece of current technology into his own computer archives for preservation before the war. I suspect once he completed his plans, he was going to use all these blueprints of technology to be rebuilt so he could rebuild the world. Also he made technology of his own, far more advanced than we have ever seen. It would explain a few reasons why he was one step a head all along. He discovered how to interface Precursor Technology with our own, while all along we have just been copying the Precursors in the hopes of advancement. It certainly explains how he was able to get The Sphere to absorb all the city's Eco with a satellite dish"

I stiffen at her words knowing most of it was my own work that he used. I saw Jak nod, I knew he was recalling our conversation the other day.

"Also to disable weaponry and disable my powers" Jak added

"I guess thanks to him we can get all our technology back and the city, technology wise, can continue to advance" Ashelin continued

Jak said sarcastically, "Yeah thanks to him..."

Ashelin didn't notice as she nodded, "Among the preservation archive was the complete information about Artifical Eyes"

"If I were you I would do it" Daxter offered his opinion off handily

The doctor cleared his throat, "Erhm, I must warn you as an Ophthalmologist that this is a dangerous and tricky procedure. I haven't done this sort of work for quite a long time since it has been that long for the technology to come back. Unfortunately the lack of current experience could result in a bad repair job. On top of that the procedure itself could damage your eyes further for no second chance. I would recommend you to another eye doctor but there are none..."

"Maybe you should get a second opinion..." Daxter trailed

"It's up to you Jak" Ashelin interjected seriously, "If you don't want to do this then its fine but if you want to its all ready to go. It's your call, no pressure"

I saw Jak frown considering the choice he was given. I could tell he was bewildered and excited by the news but he also knew the consequences. I could see he was weighting it out.

"So...uh, how do you exactly do it?" Daxter asked curiously

The doctor gave a proud smile before launching into explanation mode, "We take the patient through series of tests and measurements, before custom making the necessary parts to connect the retina's to the optical nerves. With the parts we install a small computer that interfaces with the biological chemical messages that the nerves give and receive, establishing a connection with the detached retinas and the nerves. The pieces and the microchip are quite small, almost nano in size"

"I had to ask..." Daxter trailed feeling muddled

"Biotechnology" I grinned as I recognised it since I studied the science myself, "Even before the war it was revolutionary"

"Like I said it's a dangerous and tricky procedure" the doctor warned again, "I have very little expertise in this field, like your friend said, it was just coming out before the war"

Jak was quiet all this time taking it in before nodding, "Do it"

"You understand-" the doctor was going to launch into a lecture

"I know what's going to happen if it goes all wrong but it wont change the fact that I'm blind. I don't think I could go back home knowing there was a chance I could see again and I just turned it down. I've got to at least try..."

I smiled at him before gripping his arm in some quiet support. I knew Jak would take the offer despite all the risks. Jak was the kind of guy to take risks and never back down, always have and always will be.

"Ha! See! I knew he would take it!" Daxter cheered, "So suck it up doc! Let the magic happen baby!"

Ashelin smiled to herself as she folded her arms. The doctor didn't share the same nervous excitement.

"I'll go and prepare the tests then" the doctor said dully before leaving the room

Ashelin

This was a familiar sight as I walked into the hospital room. It reminded me the day when Jak found out he was never ever going to be able to see him again. The man was so crushed and upset that, to put it quite frankly, it disturbed me.

But today was different. It was a day where he had a very real chance of seeing once again and it seemed we all shared that excitement to some degree. That was greatly emphasized with Torn who leant against the wall with his arms folded with a bored expression. I knew the man well enough that despite appearances Torn had a soft spot of Jak since Jak did help the Underground and helped the HQ greatly during the times of need. Those two operations were like Torn's baby since he took charge of most tactical operations.

"Decided to come?" I asked as I stood near him

"Any excuse to get away from the paperwork that everyone seems to be cramming down my throat" Torn muttered

I smirked at that and he saw it.

"Wanna swap?"

"Hey you wanted to be commander of the HQ" I retorted, "Not me"

Torn gave a shrug before I diverted my attention to look around to see Samos hovering around, Daxter sitting on a chair next to the bed, sharing it with Tess. Keira on the other side with a chair lightly clutching his hand. I blatantly ignored it as I focused on Jak who was the center of attention. He was in a padded head rest to prevent movement of his head, as his eyes were wrapped in bandages. Obviously his eyes were kept in darkness to heal and adjust to the new changes that were made.

Finally the Ophthalmologist came in with a whirl.

"Oh uh, oh erh sorry" he apologized as he came beside Jak's bed, "I had a little hold up"

He set his clipboard down and picked up some scissors.

"Now this will be a lot different from last time" the man informed as he snipped through the layers of bandages, "Your vision wont come into focus rather it would be more like as if you woke up. Like turning on a holgram, you'll have an instant picture. So it may hurt a little since your eyes aren't use to receiving and sending so suddenly. Light's please"

Someone obviously heard his request since the lighting dimmed. The doctor removed the bandages.

"Open your eyes slowly" he instructed, "If you open them too suddenly you'll shock the eye"

Jak quietly obeyed as he opened his deep sapphire eyes slowly as if he had been sleeping for a long time. Once he had them half open his eyes jerked wide as he lifted his hands to his face. By the reaction I knew he just experienced the shock that he could see again. His mouth opened and blinked a few times before it finally registered with him that he could actually see.

He looked at everyone as if he hadn't seen us in ages (which is pretty much true) completely bewildered and speechless. Keira cheered as she hugged him as Daxter and Tess gave a cheer of his own. Samos gave his congratulations as the doctor beamed with pride that his rusty skills wasn't as bad as he thought. Even Torn approached the bed giving his nod of approval and encouraging words.

I hung back just smiling at myself for a job well done. I told him that he deserved a lot more for saving us, our lives and the world time and time again. Jak was so use to doing things for others, expecting nothing back since nothing really ever did, to a point where it came natural. When this chance came up I couldn't resist but giving something back to him. After all he really did deserve it.

"I don't know what to say..." Jak finally found his voice but it was strained

I knew him well enough that he was trying to fight down some inner emotion. I couldn't blame him, giving sight back for the blind was the best gift to give. I guess after sight is gone one comes to appreciate all the details that come with seeing. I knew that Jak wasn't going to take his vision for granted after this.

I don't think I would either.

"Thank's doc" Jak thanked the Ophthalmologist who was hovering around

"Oh uh... don't thank me. None of this would have been possible if the machinery to make the parts wasn't made. It was Councilor Ashelin that ordered the technology to be re-built. I couldn't have done it without the necessary parts and equipment..."

I suddenly found myself at the center of attention. I didn't tell anyone about this project, not even Torn. I didn't want anything to leak and spoil the surprise, not that anyone would tell but things might slip...

"Thanks Ashelin" Jak shook his head, "I-"

"It's the least I could do" I replied truthfully, "We could all do. You do too much for us, for this city, without question for the past few years. You deserve this and more"

He looked at me for the first time in a long time and we locked eyes. Feelings rose up but I quelled them so nothing showed on the outside.

"Now if you encounter any problems with your sight don't panic but come back here" the doctor informed, "The nano-computer chip sometimes needs a little tweaking to adjust to the biological wiring. Everyone is different"

Jak broke the gaze and nodded, "Thanks"

Jak

I stood on the edge of a cliff at the Precursor Mountain Temple. The dizzy deep abyss echoed below my feet. I was alone but not lonely. Instead my gaze was fixated on the golden sun that was disappearing behind the mountains mixing the blue sky with purple and orange.

I smiled at the sight knowing I could see again. All I could describe it was a miracle that I could see. It was the greatest gift that anyone had ever given me and it was all made possible by Ashelin. I smiled. I never realized how much the loss of my sight affected my life and pulled me into another saving the world adventure.

After this experience, one I wasn't going to forget soon, I was never going to take anything for granted ever again. After months upon months of inky grey darkness I took in every detail, I studied every colour, every movement and practiced my hand-eye co-ordination. My physical sight was much more effective than my secondary vision with the Light Eco.

I even tried my sensory vision while seeing and found everything was familiar but strange. I could feel someone's life force as well as seeing them physically. I didn't have to paint any mental pictures anymore since my eyes clarified for me. I could see both inside and out which was exciting and weird at the same time. With this unique ability I don't think anyone could lie to me anytime soon. Although I decided to keep this under wraps for the moment. I knew no one understood how could I see while still being blind, except Samos, so it would be even harder to explain this little phenomenon...

I had to admit if it wasn't for my loss of sight I would have never discovered this ability with the second vision and I would have never come to know the mysterious Solrin. To be honest I would still be the same man as I ever was, with the same burdens and the same problems. This was a life changing experience that went beyond the ability to see. Corny as it sounds I was able to understand more about myself in the space of six months than I could in five years.

I pulled out a familiar object in his hands. It was long and smooth, the end tipped with scratched rubber. The cane. It was an aid to me as well as a symbol of weakness, embarrassment and officially branding me blind in this society. While it would make a good whacking stick, all things must come to an end.

With no regrets I threw my body back and launched the cane over the edge. It spun slowly as it was thrown out into the open before it started to descend. Then it disappeared into the darkness below, never to be seen again. I was free. I was finally free from the darkness, free from blindness and free to start a new adventure. I breathed deeply knowing my work here was done.

I turned to leave when I suddenly felt someone watching me. I instantly paused and tapped into my Light Eco power scanning the scenery behind me. I felt a life force above me and I instantly turned and looked up seeing with my own two eyes.

I saw a figure was shadowed by the disappearing sun but it was slim and tall with the regular pointed ears and blazing Light Eco eyes. It stood tall on a higher cliff edge.

I blinked at it surprised feeling no ill intention from the stranger. It was actually the opposite. The life force felt so pure and deep with beauty and joy that it felt inhuman.

"The new world awaits for thee, a choice to make for desire to be free. Light shine through the darkness gloom and into the light thou shall stroll into" familiar lips echoed the prophetic words.

I blinked as I took an involuntary step towards it.

"Solrin?"

The figure didn't flinch or move. I stared at him as a smile crept on my face. I wasn't crazy after all... he's real...

"I am a guardian as you are a protector" the words echoed in my mind as if it was a memory, "We are together, but we're apart. I am you and you are me. We are the same but we're different"

I continued to stare not knowing what to do or say. But then a strong wind rolled through the area as it normally does. To my surprise the silhouette figure suddenly whispered away with the wind, like stray flames of fire, disappearing from sight.

"On your own two wings you will fly..."

I stood there studying the spot where the figure once stood. Wondering if I just imagined the whole moment but it felt too real. My interactions with Solrin was no simple holographic trick. I knew the man had a soul... even if it felt something out of this human world.

I suddenly felt a firm thick hand on his shoulder. I jerked my head to find Sig beside me. I blinked completely surprised that the man managed to sneak up on me. I saw Sig's silent but proud expression. I stared at the man before the large Wastelander gave a smile.

"Glad you're back with us cherry" Sig said, "I thought we lost you for a while"

Sig was right there with me when I was first told I was going blind and he was here now at the end of it all.

"Let's go home"

I gave a small smile and nodded in agreement. We both turned and walked away leaving the place behind. Knowing that my future is brighter than ever. I was recharged and ready for anything that came my way.

So from then on all was well until Daxter went deaf... (dun, dun, dun)

The End!

Yes my friends, the end has come (sniff, sniff). I promised myself that I wouldn't cry...

Anyway all jokes aside... thanks for all your supporting reviews. I really enjoying writing this story. This one was way more structured in plot and all, compared to my previous stories. Despite a few writer's blocks, bad grammar and spelling, cheesy wind bag villain and a typical take over the world plot you guys stuck it out and read it all! Wow...

So thank you! I would give you a reward but I can't send any real items through cyber space.

Now may peace be with you as you set forth from this page and journey to read other fiction within this (and other) fandoms. And don't forget to check out my other written works (wink, wink, nudge, nudge) (pouts with puppy dog face).

You wanna cookie? If you want a pretty cookie you have to review! That's right, pretty cookie for pretty review! Who wants a cookie? Have your final say and opinion on this story.