“i dont know what you’re doing here, but you better leave. this isnt the place for stragglers.” “I’m not here for trouble.” “then leave.” “I’m afraid I cannot do that.” “why not? and dont you dare tell me its because of some mission. ive heard that one too many times.” “I have to save everyone.” “thats another repeated line. leave.” “No. You don’t understand.” “i dont care whether or not i understand. i will crush your ink stained skull if you dont leave this instant.” “Then I’m afraid you leave me choice.” “wh- hey! get back! ive kept this colony thriving for years, and you are not going to tear it apart.” “…” “back off.” “I warned you.” [ a white flash of light sears his eyes. ] [ he cant see. he cant speak. ] [ through narrow glimpses, he spots his colony. ] [ but in a second flash of light… ] “it’s gone.”