"Spoken like someone who hasn't died before," Strange responds. He's trying to keep a little bit of a light tone in his voice and trying to sound like he's joking around, but it's obvious that for all his light-hearted tone, Strange has some firm opinions about the dying and revival process.

"Besides, if he suffers through the pain, then hopefully he won't do it again. Childermass is more sensible than the both of us, he isn't the sort to repeat mistakes."

Strange hopes. He really hopes.