[The explanation gets Toby to relax somewhat as he considers the idea.]

Well, I... don't know if this helps, really. But I've been overly concerned about your opinion of me. The idea you might never want anything to do with me again, it upsets me.

[The feelings are genuine, as he's had such a fondness for Drew ever since they'd met. But Toby knows he really hurt Drew when he left with only a text before returning himself to Dorian. Though, having to die because of that seems a bit much. Still, Toby wants to patch things up; he truly enjoys Drew's company in spite of what's happened.]