[His hands tighten around his staff as he closes his eyes.]

My partner, Sandalphon, has already expressed his discomfort in the thought that he has responsibility over my well being. I tried to tell him that my death is nothing that any one should trouble themselves over. Ion is described as "ill-fated" for a reason, but...still, I'm worried for him.

[He gives himself a few seconds to think, then opens his eyes again.]

All I can imagine to do is provide as much support as what my given gift allows me up until the moment I'm no longer able. Aside from that, while I'd hate to place the burden of killing me over any one person, I suppose that simply offering myself to my fate would help absolve someone of their reservations. If I can do even that much...I'd be happy.