[Well, it's not the reaction she was hoping for, but at least he's finally talking about it out loud.]

That's not what I said, Feliks! I haven't given up on father, either! All I'm saying is to be smart about it! Don't do this on your own. You don't have to. You have friends who care about you. Friends who can help. Shouldering a burden like this all alone... it's too much for anyone to bear.