[ Aaand that's the part he likes less. ]

Yes, that's very noble of you, and I'm sure there's no way that preoccupation will someday put your own odds for survival at risk.

[ There's a hint of bitterness there about something, but he takes a drink and moves on. ]

Are you worried about how things are progressing without you right now? Or do you think time is paused in our worlds while we're here?

[ It doesn't seem like they've ever gotten a very clear answer on that. ]