[ Koroleva gnaws at him a bit, before finally leaning into him herself.

Alina grips Nikolai tighter, taking in a deep a breath as she clings to him. She just needs to feel him right now. At least one person she loves is still alive. At least it's him. ]

It's not because of you. I'm just so tired of losing people when I'm supposed to be able to help.

I want to help. I want to protect this crew and Ravka and you.