Ayumi: Jin, there she is!
Jin: Yeah, I know. There's only one way to wake her up. WAKEY WAKEY WAKEY! *He claps really loud, but she doesn't wake up.* Well, that was my best plan.
Ayumi: Don't worry Jin, I got this. Hey Roux, if you don't wake up, you have to wear this shirt saying "raise the steaks".
*Just then Roux wakes up dazed.*
Roux: Ayumi? Jin?
Jin: Woohoo! It worked!
Ayumi: Looks like even without the shirt, the steaks have been raised!
Roux: What're you two doing here? And why is Ayumi all ghost-like? Don't tell me… Did you get yourself killed Jin?
Ayumi: Of course not, he's one of the main characters. And the fans said they want more episodes before we end this adventure.
Roux: What?
Jin: Yeah uhhh that's not entirely true. We came here to bring you back with us.
Roux: And how do you plan to do that?
Jin: Haven't a clue really. Alright Ayumi, what's the plan?
Ayumi: THAT… I don't know.
Jin/Roux: *In unison* AYUMI!
Ayumi: HEY! I helped you get here in the first place, you should be grateful.
Jin: Of course there just had to be some shenanigans at play. In any case, once we get you out of uhh, whatever this place is, we can bring you back to life.
Roux: What's wrong with this place?
Jin: You can't be serious…
Roux: Look at my face, do you really wanna question if I'm serious?
Jin: Roux, this place is literal darkness. I can't even tell if I'm stepping on the ground or just air. This place is an edgelord's dream. How are you able to function here?
Roux: This is what my spirit was like when I shared it with you.
Jin: I have no idea how you're still alive…
Ayumi: Because you are.
Jin: Fair point.
Roux: So, what's happened while I was gone?
Jin: A LOT! First, C and Shenrei merged and became this almighty Sarlen like being. Then we tried to destroy him, and we won, but then he came right back as if nothing happened. So Sonjo and I had to fuse, and then we-
Roux: Wait, you and Sonjo fused?
Ayumi: Yeah, I thought it was weird too.
Jin: Anywho, we managed to seal Zen away for a bit, but we only have a limited amount of time before he comes back.
Roux: So, what now?
Jin: First we need to get you out of here.
Roux: Give me a moment, I have an idea. *She closes her eyes and begins focusing*
Ayumi: Uhhh Roux?
Jin…
*Just then, the area around them begins to change entirely. The endless void of darkness has now transitioned to what feels like a beach at night. The feel of the darkness is still there, but not as strong as it was before.*
Jin/Ayumi: *In unison* Whoa…
Jin: It's strange… I can still feel the despair, but it's not as strong as before.
Roux: It won't go away completely, not until I rid the world of my problems.
Ayumi: The Principality, right. Well, I have some good news. Since your spirit is currently in a peaceful enough state, I can return your spirit to you without needing Jin's heart or spirit. You can come back to the real world with us, entirely as Roux
Roux: I'll be able to see my sister again?
Ayumi: Sure will!
Jin: And we can save the world together?
Ayumi: Mhm!
Jin: Alright! That's fantastic! I'm so happy for you Roux.
Ayumi: However… In order for me to do this, Roux will have to forget about you. Once we leave here, she won't remember anything about you, or your time together.
*They both stand there in silence, shaken to their core by the news they've just heard.*
Jin: But then…
Roux: What originally bound us together… It'll be like it never happened?
Jin: Is this the sacrifice you were mentioning earlier? Is this why you said I'm the only one who could bring her back?
Ayumi: I'm sorry Jin, this is the only way.
*The two of them stand in silence, emotions and thoughts racing through their minds…*
Roux: In that case, I can't do it.
Jin: What?
Roux: Jin, I appreciate you coming here to try and save me. But if living means losing my memory of us, then I can't do it.
Jin: But Roux you-
Roux: *Sadness begins to overcome her* You and Fadra are the only two people I have ever loved, WILL ever love. I've already died, but it's better than losing either of you. I can't go on living in that world without you!
(Play song Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 OST - 14 The Way To Peace)
Jin: Roux… I… *He walks over to hug her* Sheesh Roux, I didn't realize you cared so much. I know, I understand just how much you're hurting. But Roux, I'm only alive right now because you saved my life. Even if you hadn't, you deserve to live. You deserve to come back with us. I'm sorry Roux, but you still do have a home and someone to go back to. And I can't tell you how happy that makes me. Besides, even if we forget each other, our hearts are still connected.
Roux: Right. Forgotten, but not lost.
Jin: We'll always be together, in some way. You understand don't you? We can be together anytime Roux.
Roux: Yeah…
Jin: C'mon, everyone's waiting.
Ayumi: Are you both ready?
Jin: Yeah, it's back to the world we know
*The two of them are slowly pulled back to the real world by Ayumi. The way back is bittersweet. For while it marks the beginning of a new life for one, it marks the end of a journey for two…*
Jin: *Wakes up from the realm of evanescent*
Sonjo: Jin!
Khan: You're fine!
Jin: Fine is one way of putting it. Where's Roux?
Fadra: She's over here. She hasn't woken up yet, but she is breathing.
Jin: Whew, thank goodness for that.
Capt. Maeko: While we have the time, I'd like for everyone to go and do whatever they please. When tomorrow comes, the war will be over, for better or worse. I won't lie to you, things look grim. So enjoy the free time you have now. Come tomorrow, we're ending this war, and we're going to come out victorious.
Alex: Yeah, the calm before the storm.
Capt. Maeko: We have just 23 hours before the fate of the world is decided once and for all. Let's enjoy these moments, enjoy them like we never have before.
*They all prepare to go off and do whatever they see fit. For some, it's much easier to just relax and enjoy their time. For others, this time will be used to reflect on what was, and what has been lost. 23 hours, that's all that's left before the fate of the world is decided. A lot can happen in that time, and only time will reveal its significance.*
(Play episode ending songs G Gundam: Touhou wa Akaku Moeteiru and Sanctuary (Ending)