So there wasn't any way for all of them to leave in the first place. No matter what, at least one of them would have to stay - no, cease to be.
The Cat had claimed that all he did was try to sacrifice himself - which was true, in some ways. But it had always been for selfish reasons, deep down. A chance to feel like he had done something right, if nothing else.
He is left behind as the others escape to where they belong. It would fit with his own plans perfectly.]
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So there wasn't any way for all of them to leave in the first place. No matter what, at least one of them would have to stay - no, cease to be.
The Cat had claimed that all he did was try to sacrifice himself - which was true, in some ways. But it had always been for selfish reasons, deep down. A chance to feel like he had done something right, if nothing else.
He is left behind as the others escape to where they belong. It would fit with his own plans perfectly.]
How...
[It's quite, barely more than a whisper.]
How are they chosen?
[And how can he ensure it's him?]