"We're similar," David offers back. "And once I started getting involved with the guy I am, I came to him for some advice."

Since then it was irregular coffee and discussions until the X-Factor work started.

"Just know that when you need me here, I'm available. Probably. Not like I'm rolling in responsibility here yet. I'm sure that will change. I hate being unoccupied."

And being occupied will take his mind off of what he doesn't have here. Who he doesn't have here.