D, now that I've calmed down a bit from yesterday... I think he's telling you what his agenda is i.e. he won't be back for Xmas. Plan accordingly.
Then why is he asking me if I care? I don't get it.
Originally Posted By: Gnosis
Hmm... another idea is this... sidestep the issue and raise the dental bill with him. "H, I just received the dental bill for my teeth and need to pay it. You said you would assist, how should I proceed?" I don't know when your bill is due, but raise the issue.
Unfortunately, the major costs are for work which has not been done yet, but which needs to be done over the next few months.