[Ben, meanwhile, knows that presence pretty much immediately, even with his connection a bit shaky after his death, having to readjust to a different planet's energy. His head jerks up and he takes in a sharp breath when he feels it, and he turns to watch as she approaches. When did she return? Was it just after he left, or is this just another memory he's conjuring to comfort himself?
... No, it's probably not that. He'd like to think he's past that now, even if he would appreciate the comfort.
His face no longer bears the scar she saw when they last spoke. It doesn't have the same hard mask as before, either, and his eyes are already bright when she approaches, a mixture of hope and regret plain on his face.]
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... No, it's probably not that. He'd like to think he's past that now, even if he would appreciate the comfort.
His face no longer bears the scar she saw when they last spoke. It doesn't have the same hard mask as before, either, and his eyes are already bright when she approaches, a mixture of hope and regret plain on his face.]
Mom.