I suppose you're right. [ She winces at a particularly painful step, sucking in a breath. ] Thank you. I know you wouldn't just leave me behind, but I feel like I should say it anyway.

[ However long it takes to get to the car, Gwen walks. And Royce and Mercy will absolutely be there when they arrive, both completely unharmed and anxious for the return of the rest of their little makeshift family. ]