[he really doesn't have a clue; in that regard, it's easier for him. the one person who'd ask already knows at least half, and he's admitted most of what else there is to say. as for what he'd tell Abigail?...

he doesn't want to tell her anything, yet. he feels awful for it, and yet...]

I'd say something about blaming me, but that might open up a new can of worms. [he chuckles humorlessly, rubbing thumb and forefinger on one of Tadashi's digits to work some of the muscle. this may be an excuse for contact, but he's still going to give attention to it] They're going to ask sooner or later why you stayed away. If you're not comfortable talking with them, then you should find someone you can talk to, since you're now in a position where that's possible.

[get some real help, he means. not an old man who's just able to offer triage.]