[A doubletake, and Chilton surrendered a flickered grin. Levity in time of crisis was appreciated for its momentary distraction.]

I ought to be specific in my phrasing.

[Careful around the brothel man.]

It isn't that I want to consider what would happen. If she does not return. I have lost people before, such is the nature of this universe. It is a bitter breed of parting.

[Because their lives continue, without memory of you. Unless they're already dead, of course.]

No doubt you'll come to feel the same about someone. Or someones.