Or even if he doesn't have the right answer, maybe he knows in his heart that he can do something. All answers aren't set in stone, even if they seem like they might be. The point of a quest is a journey, not the end.

[ he loves quest stories even now, he tries to smile. he does reach a hand out this time. ]

Keep your fingers crossed and believe in him as much as I believe in both of you. [ It's said sincerely. ] And it's okay to be worried or upset about it.