— pushed myself too hard, too far, too many times. I've always demanded much and more of these grizzled old bones; 'tis hardly surprising they finally gave up the ghost.

[He says, softly, oblivious to the train of thought running through Rynlan's mind but astute enough to pick up on the concerns.]

'Tis one of the reasons I like it when you reach for me. Feeling your touch reminds me of being alive, hale and hearty and whole.