[Altius had come into this simulation with blood on his face. They don't know whose, but there's no doubt now that it wasn't his own.]

< It's up to you. I can't make that decision for you--I won't. But I'll help you carry that pain until you feel you can walk on with it once more. >

[They hold out their hand. He could take everything from them now, but it's a risk they're willing to take.]

< I'm here. >