[he will argue about the collective misery of the nations until he's blue in the face, but in the meantime, he's content to let it pass. surely there will be plenty of other times to insult him in the future...]

I believe that's the best way to get to know others, actually. [the disappointment seems to fly right over his head for all the care he gives it. this is more important okay!!] People are at their truest when they're struggling the most. I don't regret these circumstances.