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I know this must all be a lot for Tristan. It is an overwhelming sadness to me that he has grown up without knowing his mother. I know he did not need her as such, as he had you and your companions. Still. I hate that my presence has undoubtedly become a source of distress for him. Would it benefit him more for me to stay at a distance or try to gain a relationship? I would like your advice on the subject as his father, if you'd offer it.
Oh! That still is very strange, but I can grasp the general concept. We will hope that the answer is an easy one, either way it goes.
I am not offended, though I do not know firsthand if what you say is true. I will take your word for it, and keep it in mind.