Renault looks at you, his translucent expression lacking any of his usual irony.
"This could be my last chance," he says eventually. His voice is quiet, reflective. "If I don't go now…"
You say nothing, waiting. You said that this was his decision, and you need to let him make it.
Finally, the specter looks at you, his face solemn. "I have to go," he says. "I…I need to." His eyes turn away from your face, as though embarrassment, or perhaps guilt, has overcome him.
You nod. "That's fine," you say. You manage a smile, putting as much warmth into it as you can. "Good luck, Renault. It's been good knowing you."
And then Renault has faded, his outline barely visible. You gaze at him, taking in his near-transparent expression of regret, and then he has vanished completely, leaving you standing in an empty tunnel.
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