You don't know much about my past, but I assure you that you don't need to instruct me on the cruelties of fate. [ Her tone and expression are also neutral, if not veering toward the positive. She knows all about acceptance of terrible things. ]

I hunted down and killed every member of my species, including my twin sister, and in the process watched everyone I love die, either by my hand or due to my actions. I'm aware. And everything you're saying is correct.

I'm choosing to hope, because it makes my life more bearable.

[ She sips her tea for a moment. ]

I do have a handle on preserving memories. I keep a video diary thanks to a device that someone made for me. [ She points to her earbuds, which are hard to see if you're not looking for them. ] I'm keeping it up just in case.