Absolutely not. [ it's not exactly jealousy, but there is something.. uncomfortable about not knowing about this other person. it's entirely stupid, too, which he's well-aware, given the circumstances. he doesn't intend to talk to this tex until he can do so without making a fool of himself. ]

.. Listen, I appreciate the support, as it were, but I like my privacy, and I respect your parents' privacy. I'd rather no one knew.