Trusting, I have followed your sitch for a long time. Actions, not words on the only things you can trust. If he is still in MLC but having a semi-rational moment or two, then, as you know, you cannot trust or rely on this.
They feel what they are saying at the time, I do believe, but cannot follow through.
From what I have seen, the TMAK reconnection thread in the resources seems to hold for all those who are truly emerging.
As Winston Churchiill said, this may not be the beginning of the end, but it may be the end of the beginning.
I am sure at times they get tired of their MLC life, but until they do something to change the situation, I know you will be on your guard.