This isn't making you do anything. You're stronger than this. You can handle it.

[ if he has any doubt, it doesn't sound like it. but the words are more aggressive than comforting, and he lets her hand go to take a steady hold of her shoulders. that gesture's more deliberately comforting, trying to keep her grounded. ]

And if they die, you're right. We pick up the pieces.

[ life goes on. so much for bedside manner. ]