I don't want him to worry needlessly, when it's something he can't do anything about, anyway.

But in any case... Back in my world, it's a long story, but you could say I've found myself in a similar sort of situation. And that's precisely what I've been trying to do. Bit by bit, gaining a little more control at a time... it's risky, but what other choice do I have?

So I thought, perhaps in your case...