15. The 8th Prayer ("no one's around to help")

When every melody
Fails
And you're so far into the past
That everything is dark
Remember:
You're the hero here.
This can't be the end;
You shouldn't be dying in the next room
And you shouldn't feel alone.

"But if you are, dear Harriet..."

Keep crying out into the darkness.
Even if no one reaches you.
Fall apart, still,
If no one arrives to put you back together.
If you have to--
If the 9th prayer never comes,
Be strong this one last time
And save yourself.
Restart the universe if you have to.

NOTE: If you're a fan of Earthbound/MOTHER 2, a bit of this may sound familiar. I also thought of a YouTube meme (and a bonus song).