[ okay, he laughs at that. bright, genuine, eye-rolling laughter. ]

I don't need those assets highlighted, thanks. My daughter is around.

[ also he's still treating life like he's a fresh widower and not an unwilling divorcee for over seven years or whatever. he doesn't need to look hot. ]

It does look like we're stuck here, though. Weird, honestly! I'm not sure what to make of all of it.

[ he sighs, but he's still smiling a little. ]

Yeah. Same here. Missed you, big guy. Sorry I haven't been around in, uh. Well, it's been a long time, haha.