[That's good enough for Trey. If Cater had completely blown off the idea, he would've been tempted to blackmail him.

So he gives a hum of acknowledgment and eats. As he nears the end of his meal, he gently lays the utensils on the dish.

His voice is quiet and sober.]

I really do want to stress how much it means to me. I've worried over you a long time.

Mostly... I'm just happy to see you making a change, at all. It's a huge relief.

But the fact you've also decided to come to me... means a lot. I've always wished I could do more.

Now, I finally can.

Even if you still think it's a bad idea... even if you didn't want to... I'm still grateful.

Thanks, Cater.