…Look, I'm real sorry about Cheryl, I know you loved her a lot," Mandy apologized gloomily. "It's wrong that people have to keep killing off Pollution." "It's alright, I think she wants to be remediated," Alecto told her calmly, though his grief-stricken and depressed expression said more to Mandy than his words did. "You don't have to forget Cheryl, no matter what Mearth said to you," Mandy pointed out. "People shouldn't be forced to forget what they love, or to just get over the death of what they love. Cheryl was your friend and nobody can make you forget her if you don't want to.
Mandy expresses her sorrow for Alecto, acknowledging his deep love for Cheryl, who has passed away. She reflects on the injustice of losing individuals like Cheryl and the implications of "killing off Pollution." Alecto’s calm demeanor does not hide his inner turmoil and grief, as he tries to come to terms with her loss. Their conversation reflects a broader concern about how society tends to push individuals to move on too quickly from the things and people they love.
Mandy emphasizes the importance of remembering loved ones, stating that people should not be forced to forget their connections, regardless of what others may say. She reassures Alecto that his feelings for Cheryl are valid and that it's important to honor those memories without succumbing to pressure to let go. This exchange highlights the struggle between societal expectations and personal grief, advocating for the right to cherish and remember those we have lost.
