[ If they're staying awhile longer, then resting is exactly what Matt doesn't want to do. There's no guarantee he'll be able to return, and for reasons he fully understands but doesn't want to think about, he isn't ready to give up this man's company. ]

If it's all the same, sir, I'd like to stick around. At least, as long as I can. [ One side of his mouth turns up in a wry, lopsided smile as he huffs softly. ] Not that I really have any control over it.

[ There's a question he's been pondering while Steve slept, and now seems like as good a time as any to seek an answer. ] Sir? When you asked me earlier about the date, I noticed that you didn't correct me. But I get the feeling I was a little off with my guess. I'd like to know.