the end when the world is fading out and the only thing that matters anymore, the only thing that can matter, is he's not alone.

Yes! This is part of what I loved so much about netgirl_y2k's original story - that link between the appearances of these characters (strangers to Martha, but loved by the reader) and destruction. The stronger the memories, the closer we come to the end of everything - when even the memories will be undone. It's a gorgeous set up.

Thanks so much for reading!