Zak Storm - The Chosen One

The Family is Always There

On Marituga, there was a celebration, and when the sun slowly sank on the horizon, Zak had gone to the jetties. 

Z: "You know Calabrass, I would never have thought a few months ago that peace would actually come to the triangle." 

C: "Skullivar's reign of terror has finally come to an end. You can be proud of yourself, for you have given hope to an entire civilisation again." 

Z: "But without you, I would never have been able to do this." 

C: "That wouldn't have been possible if you had listened to your father and left Beru's eye alone. It was no coincidence." 

Z: "Thank you, Calabrass... that really makes me feel better." 

C: "What are you thinking about right now?" 

Z: "My Dad. I wish he was here." 

C: "You know, with how I know your father, I know he couldn't be more proud. But you know, you shouldn't talk to me about it... but with someone else." 

Calabrass turned over towards Ria, who was sitting on the beach, watching the sun. Without saying anything, Zak sat down next to Ria. 

R: "I had always been critical of the sunset. As a downfall of beautiful moments... but today, it gives me hope and it has never looked so beautiful." 

Z: "I have to agree with you. It's really beautiful." 

R: "I always wanted to go home to embrace you, but I realised I was already home." 

Z: "I'm so glad I found you, it's really good to know that I'm not alone." 

R: "You were never alone. Look at your crew. They are as family as I am." 

Zak looked over to where Clovis was annoying Caramba and Crogar, and Cece laughed about it. At the thought, Zak had to smile. Then he saw Ria again, who was still staring at the sun. 

Z: "Something is still wrong." 

R: "I was just thinking... what it would have been like if we had never been separated and stayed with Mum and Dad." 

Z: "Even if they're not here, you know they'll always love us." 

R: "I just wonder what will become of us now. We no longer have to protect the triangle from the skeletons." 

Z: "Then we have enough time to open the waypoints. Then we go home, and Dad won't be alone anymore." 

R: "Yes, you're right. As long as we are all together, it's actually quite bearable here." 

C: "Bah, this whole sentimental talk is lame..." 

Z: "Calabrass!" 

R: (giggled) 

Z: "You are the best, Ria!" 

R: "You too, little brother." 

She rubbed a hand through his hand. Laughing, Zak pushed her hand away. 

C: "My God! Stop talking so much and finally hug!" 

Both: "Calabrass!" 

Cece and the rest sat down. "How nice and quiet it is," said Cece, relaxed. "Yes, finally..." Caramba replied. Zak and Ria grinned at each other and watched as the last rays of sunshine were swallowed by the sea.