[ He notes the gravity of David’s voice and his need to reassert the warning. It’s sensitive. He can see why, but he’s also genuinely not flustered. Maybe that’s foolish. ]

I’m sorry. That sounds deeply unpleasant, though I’m selfishly glad you’re here.

You know technically I’m 2000 years old. There’s another woman from my world’s future so that makes me an ancient relic.

In more seriousness, my partner’s species ages significantly slower than mine. She was a few decades older than me. Certainly will outlive me.

If you’re looking for a way to chase me off you’ll have to try again.