You would do neither. I would not force you to.

[she might be able to tell that he's trembling, ever so slightly]

There will be. . . numerous times after this in which you will give up your life to preserve who you are in here.

[he lifts his free hand up and places it over his heart]

I know you. I know Kyriakos. I know this will not be the last time we're asked to make a decision like this one. This time. . . I am asking you to consider allowing someone else to carry that burden for you.

[he tilts his head up, expression firm]

. . . allow me. Please. This once. . . allow me.