I know about friendships with father-in-laws. I still go Walleye fishing up at Lake Erie from time to time with my ex father-in-law.
One thing we NEVER discuss is my failed M to his Daughter. He feels bad for it already and just wants to enjoy his retirement and have somebody help pay for the gas for his boat. He and I would rather just fish instead of talk about his Daughter.
Whatever you do, don't put a burden on this guy's shoulder. He probably already feels bad enough for both of you. He's not going to be able to intercede for you like you might be thinking. This is something you have to deal with on your own.
Just my advice born from my own experience. Take it as you will. Not set in stone or true for every situation.
"It is curious that physical courage should be so common in the world and moral courage so rare." -Mark Twain
