[ WP ] Write the last paragraph of a science fiction epic .

Her work had finally come to an end. As she saw the last ship shrink away into the fiery skies, she breathed a heavy sigh of relief. The relentless pounding of the Algolothian infantry against the door was beginning to give way to the creaking of the metal frame bowing against the pressure. She took one last look around the bay, full realization of her choice to stay behind and register the launch commands washing over her. Would they torture her? Simply shoot her, and drag her body around to set an example? She fumbled to release her pristine pistol from its holster, an action she was not particularly acquainted with, and settled the barrel in her mouth. `` Yeah, like hell'' she muttered, and pulled the trigger.
