You seem the type to be able to pull off all sorts of things without a hitch, though. [ And be fearless about it, too. But his quip earns him a small, almost sad smile, and she gently pats his cheeks. ] Well, I very much appreciate that. But... what if there comes a time where we won't be able to talk anymore?

[ Because that time is coming, and it's coming soon. The clock is ticking down, slowly but surely. She won't elaborate, and instead, focus on his last comment. ]

Why do you say that, dear?