[He's moments away from saying nevermind. But dammit, he got this far.]

I wanted to know-

[Come on, man, you practiced it enough times in front of the mirror.]

I understand that this is a trying time for you and your family, so I don't require an answer right away. But I wanted to know if... your feelings regarding me have changed since Halloween. Because if they haven't I will return to LA tomorrow and not bother you again.

But I felt you should know - mine remain the same.