things that might have been / maybe things that are

[godelsolution]

"Who are you?"

"Allison Young."

"What are you from?"

"The future."

"What is your mission?"

"My mission?"

"What's your directive?"

"I protect John Connor."

"From what?"

"Machines. Threats to his safety."

"What will you do to protect John Connor?"

"I'd do anything."