*swallows his faint misgivings (you're here to start over with him) and is, at least, somewhat appeased by the fact that you seem to know what you're up against, with the job situation although it sounds as though you're planning to rely on the kindness of your friends?*
Are you sure you can spare him for the next few days?
*only has eyes for his lover (not to mention the warmest smile), though it's your question he's answering* I'll do my best. *jokingly* At least I've an inbox that will always be true to me.