[There's a growing pit in her stomach as she sees the complete and utter lack of recognition on Alto's face. He really doesn't know what she's talking about.

Which is terrifying to think. She's heard that some people come here from different moments in time; is that what's happened here? Does he not remember their whole romance?

Does he not know about the illness he'd helped her through?

The color in her cheeks is fading.] The victory over the Battle Galaxy and Grace's hijacked Vajra Queen, of course. We rescued Ranka and safely landed on the Vajra's home planet.

...why? [She adds, a barely-hidden note of worry in her voice.]