"I understand. I do not want to see you so unhappy. It is often best to resolve a lover's quarrel before it gets out of hand. I know you would regret her leaving because of you. If you want me to talk to her or do anything for you, just say the word and I will, darling."
Christopher scratched behind the kitten's ear, thinking again of when he would go and buy another kitten. "I cannot have you upset."