Ellie's offering of coffee beans at Joel’s grave symbolizes a love that transcended their conflicts – Remembering Joel for a taste of the old world.

Ultimately, after a spirited town hall session, Jackson decides against sending a militia to Seattle to take revenge on Abby—who just brutally murdered Joel (Pedro Pascal) in front of Ellie's eyes. But that doesn't stop Ellie, who decides to head out of town with just Dina for a chance at vengeance.

It's been a week since The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 2, Through the Valley, dropped on HBO and Max, and honestly, it was quite hard to move on from the shocking events of it.