He sounds like a good man. That couldn't have been easy.

[ He rubs the back of his head, wondering how he'd deal with being in a situation like that. Probably figure that it might be not worth seeking out help and deal with it on his own? ]

... And hey, if you don't mind me asking, how'd you manage to get hurt that badly? I mean you don't have to answer, I guess I got a little bit curious.