[If he was privy to this thought process, he might just ask whether he’s supposed to find that flattering or worrisome. But it’s the latter half that has him pausing, forging a proper answer in his mind first. A sign of that gratitude slotting into place, even if such a thing always feels so unwieldy to receive.]

You helped me. I’m holding up my part of the bargain.

[Another beat.]

But this sounds like a lot of moving parts. You had better find more than just me to help you.