Ben's Tumble on the Star

Ben held himself there for a long time, trying to recover his breath and composure. The token in his pocket felt heavier and heavier. Why had he said yes? He should have told Eric to suck it up and be a man. It was the only way to get over the shock of learning he would never make it to the destination star. Ben still needed to live his life and serve the people on the ship. Even if none of them made it, they had to keep going forward as if they would. What other choice did they have? His sobs caught in his throat. I guess the first time you do anything is the hardest. No, his father said. The last time