I did not ask you to become this. I never would have asked that of you. [ Or wanted it. The words almost come out but she stops them, bites them back and twists her expression just for a second. The struggle to hold back rages intensely inside of her and in the end she manages to win. The words are surprised and she takes a deep breath and listens to his list of ailments. ]

It is surprising to hear you admit those things. [ Particularly the weak. He must truly be feeling terrible to admit it. ] I do not know what ails you but there must be something we can do. Have you eaten?