[ there's a pause while Fiora readies herself to say this. She hates to talk about it - there's a reason she hasn't yet, even though it's on her mind constantly. Speaking makes it feel more real. ]

This body -- it's not built to operate as a standalone model like this. Before, I used to have... something that was keeping it from falling apart. But I lost her before I even got here. Honestly, it's a miracle I've made it this far.

[ a small, awkward smile. ]

I only need to hold on for a little longer. Just so I can get home and finish what I need to do, but - some days are worse than others. That's all.