[He had anticipated the question from the moment he brought the topic up; even if she wasn't so inquisitive, she'd probably have asked about it. The trouble is, he's at a loss as to how to explain it.]

Mmm, a little while ago but I was lucky and got to come back. It wasn't a pleasant experience but... [wistfully] ... second chances are important.

You're a little young to worry about dying, though.

[Admittedly, there's something quietly prompting in that statement, an attempt draw something more telling out of her.]