When he arrived on the island, his mother greeted him. They hugged and went to her cottage, where she had prepared a meal. It was a pleasure to share this meal with her. After eating, he assisted her in washing the dishes, and then they went for a walk in the garden.

"You appear to have a lot on your mind. Tell your mother about it."

"Does it show?"

"Of course, it does," you say.

"Please don't be upset with me."

"I'm not going to. I promise."

So, he ...