[ so many deep breaths, and his voice still breaks over every other word. damn this all to hell. ]

I have a... a responsibility to you. As for assuming it - I don't know how. Yet. I don't know how to assume it yet. I shall. I have to, since I was - am. I am him.

[ and another strong inhale. ]

The pilot. I'm the pilot. I'll learn to take responsibility for... just please be patient with me until I do.