[ perhaps, simply because it comes from the perspective of someone who was so firm in their own convictions that makes achilles... kind of touched. it isn't that he necessarily needs the vote of confidence, but it really doesn't hurt to hear some positive words, especially considering his own last memories.

somehow, it makes him feel like his life isn't entirely comprised of horribly timed missteps and his own carelessness coming to bite him in the ass. ... and well, it's a nice feeling. ] I have to admit I'm surprised. [ completely taken off-guard, really, but ...

it also made him wonder what she's been through to be able to say what she does. war? her own version of hell? whatever the case is: ] But, thanks. I'd like to think so. Besides, in spite of everything, I don't think I would go back and do anything different. Not that I think anyone really gets that kind of chance. [ ... unless??? this is it? ]