He shrugs, because it's not a problem. The hunt is one of his daily routines, now, and it almost gives him peace of mind to do it. "You listened," he says. "Offered advice. It's good," he says, even if Cougar still doesn't know what he's going to do, at least he's starting to see the picture come together in a shape that makes more sense.

"Good luck," is what he offers. "With all."