Walking wasn't an issue. Quite easy on my part. My energy sapped further and further, a poisoned old man with no antidote. Before I realized, I'm laying down on Aigis' lap while I stare up at the sun. The occasional view of my close friend enters my vision. I don't feel down or exhausted anymore. This high I'm feeling must be what Olympic champions get when they crush a record. The satisfaction of achieving their goals.

A hush breeze flows by, assisting in this floating state I'm under. My mind's telling me to close my eyes, to give me a break but I mustn't, knowing what follows if I do. I'll use up every single time available to sustain this tranquil moment.

"This is the first time I'm experiencing Spring." Aigis looks up, admiring the work of nature around us. Leaves covered the branches, cherry blossoms gliding through the air. The temperature's cooperative to be outside and embrace it.

"The meaning of life, I finally found what it means to me." She looks into my eyes, smiling while she continues. "All things must come to an end and one must accept the inevitable. Every living thing will vanish in time. Humans have the luxury to be a species living long enough to have a purpose but not enough to master their domain. Thus, they spend time wisely to what they cherish most until they die. I originally been created to fight shadows and protect others on orders. But, after trying to stop the fall and fearing I may never see you again, I concluded to protect you, to save you from harm, be the one to lend you strength in your hour of need. Others can do the same but knowing I've put in my entire efforts..."

Until after the battle with Nyx, I've never seen tears or felt them. Yet, they dropped in dissonance, splashing upon my face. Aigis' crying, and I console her, resting a hand up on her cheek to ease her.

There's much to explore for her, experiences to be had. Aigis may not understand the everyday struggles humans go through. But she can walk with us. Talk with us. The world's in her hands and she can conquer anything standing in her way. Life extends farther than what's tied to a living organism. My only regret is her meaning won't be fully realized. She can't prevent me from dying. Even if this event weren't to happen, in time, every single one of us will pass on.

Ah, what a scary thought to have, the realization one will die.

But that's the beauty of it! The options to be productive, hedonistic or frightened! There's no right answer!

I've met many who searched for their purpose. I'm glad to see them fulfill it despite their struggles from circumstances. From an alcoholic monk, a girl readjusting to her family's problems, a dear friend who passed away and left without remorse, inscribing the perfect story he's been waiting to make until he passed.

Everyone has a goal or a mission in life, it's up to them to achieve it.

Her cries slows to a halt, trying to get a hold of her emotions. She cradles my hand with her own, accepting my attempts to calm her.

"You have to find what means the most to you Aigis. Once you find it, pursue it and never let go." This was the closest to foreshadowing I can muster. She locked in on me, analyzing my words to search hidden meanings.

Thankfully, Aigis turned her head to the side, towards the exit. Even in this dazed moment, I hear footsteps and the unmistakable "YO" Junpei makes.

"Everyone!" The girl holding me in this blissful state spoke in shock, frozen in place.

An ecstatic bark shows Koromaru's together.

They remembered.

I smile, happiness overflowing. Our promise rooted itself past the effects of Nyx and the dark hour. I'm glad, one of the happiest moments I've felt through my entire life.

Yukari, Junpei, Akihiko-senpai, Fuuka, Mitsuru-senpai, Aigis, Koromaru, Ken, Shinjiro-senpai, I'm glad I met you all on this journey.

My eyelids have a mind of their own, my brain slowing down, cradling my instincts to nap now. Voices fade in the background, my senses dying one by one.

My last vision was the blue butterfly. I encountered it outside my window and when I first came to Tatsumi Port Island.

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!

I understand now. Maybe this is fate. Everything coming together for this moment. If only I had more energy.

Sorry everyone...

My time's up.