[ hmm... there is something about that expression that is both amusing and troublesome, as Abel doesn't immediately pick up on why it's there-- but he doesn't seem to mind the brusqueness of the response, shifting his weight where he leans against the railing. it's fine!!! it's fine, ]

Ah, well-- actually... this is a question I've been asking around a bit, ever since... you know, we all found ourselves thrown into this mess. I was just curious how you felt on the matter, so...

[ the subject isn't the happiest, he'll admit - but the question he's asking is important all the same. ]

...Do you believe our worlds are truly gone, Mr. Kim?