[ There are times where Duke knows why he does not take anything for granted, including the relationships of those close to him. That said, he probably should have mentioned this sooner... ]

I will, I promise you that.

[ He knows he'd do the same for Yeager in a heartbeat, and he knows he wishes that there is more he wishes to say. ]

Yeager, I'll always remain grateful for everything you have done. Even if it has just been continuing to remain by my side. I am not sure if there can ever be a way to express the entirety of this or how I feel in mere words, and yet...

I also wish for you to know that, regardless of whatever may happen, I will make sure that you are still with me by the end of this.