Runaway husband

[Davide]

Treat him like you would a cashier at the store. You don't ignore them, you are positive but brief and to the point. You wouldn't share personal information with a cashier, or ask them personal questions. You certainly wouldn't make out with them.

If the alcohol is a problem, or if you don't think you can be consistent with your DBing with him after a few drinks, I would suggest not drinking. It can be hard enough to deal with emotions, and alcohol can make it that much harder. You want to be cool, calm, and collected when dealing with him, not out-of-control.