[A sharp gasp escapes Regis once Carlisle's words start to sink in. Maybe instead of berating Noctis as he had done prior, maybe he should've shown the boy what it means to 'walk tall'. It's obvious that Noctis is terrified and as a father, Regis should've been more sympathetic to that. Noctis is terrified out his wits after losing everything and everyone he ever loved.

How could he not be the slightest bit sympathetic?]

You...[His voice feels so raw now, so hoarse.] You just might be right about that Carlisle. This is my chance, my only chance, to be with him. There will be no others.

[A mournful smile settles upon Regis' lips as he thinks of his son. It will pain him tremendously to say 'goodbye' to Noctis a second time. It's not something he's looking forward to, not at all.]

Your wise beyond your years, young man.