[ this isn't really the response he was hoping for. he's not sure what he expected, but predator instincts? not expecting those. ]

I was a wolf. But when I met you, I was human. I'd - the ship sent me home, and I found a cure.

[ "found". he's speaking steadily, one hand out in a placating gesture as if he's ready to run. he's not going to, it's just instincts. ]

I went home again last jump.