[He arches an eyebrow at the explanation, because seriously? Did that honestly work on people? But his expression grew more serious as he continued.]

Why? He that into tyranny? [Because for Poe, that was the direct opposite of Rebellion. Of self-determination. And the latter was one of the things he cared most about in the galaxy - the freedom for individuals to live as they wished, without the heel of the Empire or the First Order pressing them into the dirt. Without being turned into cogs in the machine against their will.] I mean, you know me, it's not like I keep quiet about my opinions, so if there's anything I can do to help o--

[He cut off, something in her words suddenly clicked into place for him and his brow furrowed sharply.]

Wait. What do you mean, very short lifespan? You okay?