He'd gripped the glass a little more tightly than he should have when she mentioned it not being his fault. It was easy to say, but not to believe. Ben would always hold himself responsible for Anakin's fate. He should have seen it coming. He should have done more...
"I will not let his children fall in the same path," a quiet promise, whispered before he finished his glass then began to pour himself another drink. He was grateful to Carol for leaving the bottle.
"We should." He smiled and nodded to her, having not really shown any reaction or protest to her touch. Right now, he wanted to concentrate on happier thoughts.