[ And thankfully, it's the less bloody of the two, because Jack is reaching out to cup her cheek in his hand. He's an intense guy, and even now, his gaze isn't exactly soft. A better way to describe it would be determined. ]

Hey— Listen, Li- Elizabeth. I'm not goin' anywhere.

[ He gives her cheek a little squeeze as a physical encouragement, but a smile finally quirks. ]

I mean, I'm a hero. Heroes never die, y'know? Lots of near brushes with death, I- I mean, hell, technically? Already died once, but I'm here. So-- Listen, you're not gonna lose me, because I'm gonna figure out a way off this ship. I promise. So... It'll be all right. Don't need to cry over me.