She can feel her heart sink when he gathers up his things. Ellie puts down hers, and goes in for one last hug--from her to him, not caring if his hands are full.

"One more for the road. Goodbye, B. I know you'll be okay. You're one of the toughest people I've known. I'm gonna miss you like hell, but I'll be okay, too. Endure and survive is what we do."

She's glad she decided against giving him any of her Savage Starlight comics because she totally lifted that line from there. Ellie gives him a tight squeeze before letting go and turning around because if she watches him go, she'll totally cry.