[Paul didn’t object to dying. He felt his time was over and it was the next generation’s job to finish his work. Of course, it seems things turned out in a way he didn’t anticipate, but he’s hardly objecting to that.]

I don’t have any reason to fight, but that’s not the same as losing my ability to do it if I had to. If I was in a situation where my hand was forced, well, anyone who did that would find that underestimating me in my retirement is a mistake.

[Paul looks forward to the driving lessons. She might be able to see his eyes gleaming.]

I’m ready to start whenever you wish.

[Paul follows along, absorbing any detail he sees. He admired the stained glass artwork before and he admires it now. Paul’s a curious person, wherever and whenever he finds himself. There’s a lot to admire and study in this piece.]

It’s beautiful.