[Ion's shoulders tense, but he's able to take the anger in stride. He's seen it before--the yelling, the accusations. Some people just don't know how to express what they're feeling. If he's being honest with himself, he supposes he doesn't really know, either.]

It's alright if I die, so please don't trouble yourself with the unnecessary responsibility. That said, I'm sure that you're much more capable and valuable than you give yourself credit for.