"And miss a chance to die horribly on the ground instead of in space? You're out of your mind," Hobbie retorts, "I mean, I'll probably fall and break my neck, but at least it'll be a change."

He dusts his hands off and follows her toward the wall, pausing to give her a quick nod.

"I can spot you for the first few feet, at least. After that, the best I can do is probably break your fall with my spine."