[ WP ] A super-hero/heroine returns home , having failed to save the world . He/She has but a few minutes with his/her family before the world is destroyed .

( A bit cliche, but: ) 
 
 He slunk back into the darkness of his mansion, devoid of light, save for the study. 
 He gravitated towards the warmth of the fireplace and sat in his usual chair. 
 
 ``... Whiskey, sir?'' 
 Normally, he would abstain, but given the circumstances, he chose to indulge. 
 
 He felt powerless, more human than ever before, and despite his wounds, it was his spirit that was broken. 
 `` You know, Master Bruce, your parents would have been proud.'' 
 
 He could still envision them. 
 He looked up at Alfred's ever-loyal face and managed a smile. 
 `` I know.'' 
 
 They shared a moment of silent acknowledgment, each sipping from his glass. 
 They could only sit back and wait until the end. 
 It was an opportunity to spend some time with family.
