[ It is starting to sound to McGillis like Alexei has been searching for a way to die in place of somebody else for many years now. He's not sure what to think of that.

But something Alexei had shouted in the trial comes to mind. ]

It sounded like you saved his life once already.

[ Maybe more than saved, considering their conversation earlier this week. ]

Letting somebody die who you're indebted to might be difficult. Though personally I'd say that honoring your wishes is the best way to repay a debt.