[An honor-bound sword. He's not surprised, but it's a little disheartening at the same time. He has suspicions about how this might end, and while he gets that swords are pretty sturdy when it comes to their emotions, loyalty is something that's tricky in these situations.]

I know you won't. You'll do fine. [So he'll just shove all of his own baggage elsewhere to pick apart later.] Whenever the time comes...let's talk before you head into battle. It'll be easier that way.

[Knowing other people's plans usually is.]