Mm. Quite so.

[ He lets out a breath, glad they're moving beyond the...Well. Obviously these memories aren't painful any longer. How could he possibly hold onto pain for this long? No. But - these awkward memories, that's the word. ]

An unattached bachelor can quite easily screw around for information without questions being asked. Honestly, the only reason I'd ever get into a long-term relationship is if it was someone I needed information from.