[The past century and a quarter, huh? Jack has no problem with showing his piqued curiosity at that.]

Fair enough. Special? Don't think I'd go that far. Just a guy I knew while I was wearing that uniform. I might've teased him some, just curious whether things turned out alright for him.

[That seems to be the truth, and it wasn't like he'd really even thought of him since then. The mention of that war had just brought it back up. There were other things to bring up though.]

If you want to know more about how linear time isn't, we could always talk over a drink sometime. I'm okay sharing a few tall tales and if you want, you can give me some of your beauty secrets back. I probably don't have to tell you you're looking pretty good for your age.

[There's a smirk there, and the invitation - to whatever extent - is definitely genuine.]