Don't. Don't. [What is she saying 'don't' to? His coughing fit, of course—don't push yourself; don't try to talk if it's too much. But from somewhere else, deeper than conscious thought, it has a second meaning. Don't. Don't say those things about my captain. I don't care how delirious you are, how confused. Don't.]
[She looks around worriedly.] I'll get you a glass of water. Stay there.
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[She looks around worriedly.] I'll get you a glass of water. Stay there.