[ It's not the first time he's thought as much, but Malkuth is very wise. The kind of wisdom, he thinks, that can only come from living multiple lifetimes, from having that perspective of being able to reflect on what you were before, and allowing it to shape how you'll change in the future. It isn't easy, but he admires it. Maybe he can learn from it, too. ]

Then you won't have any regrets. For what it's worth, I think that's a great way to live...which may sound a little ironic, coming from me. [ What does Death know about living? ] But I see no point in leaving things unsaid. People always come up with reasons, but in the end...it's better to be honest and upfront with yourself. With your own heart.

[ After a moment, he chuckles. ]

Sorry. I didn't mean to get so deep into something like this at a birthday party, of all places.