...Sometimes it just doesn't work. Sometimes despite your every best effort, despite having whatever power you need and doing everything right, you still fail.

[He gestured for her to sit down, offering a hand if she wanted to take it in silent support.]

That's just how the world works; unjust, unfair, and indifferent to both. But that doesn't mean there isn't value in trying. Maybe sacrifice buys someone seconds, minutes, or years--would knowing that in the moment truly change whether or not you would try to save them or not?

...I think you would do it regardless. Because you're something more important than just being a hero--you're a kind and caring person.