[ It's the truth; Kirk has no real way of knowing how his crew is or when he'll see them next. He wants to believe he will, some day, but he can't lie to himself and pretend he knows exactly when that will be.

He sees something change in TJ's face - it stands out too much for him not to notice - but it isn't there for long. Jim sighs heavily, looking down and running a hand through his hair, frustrated and tense over this whole thing. ]

Look. I'm not saying "don't go out" or anything but you need to at least be aware.

[ Looking back up at TJ. ]

Take it seriously and don't assume they won't try it again just because they haven't yet. Be careful.