[ Toby may believe that. But Dorian, the person who was stubborn enough to hang around Toby until the man acknowledged his existence, does not believe that. Dorian's strategy of mending friendships that aren't broken beyond repair is 'badger them until they give in.' And, from his limited pool of reference, this isn't beyond repair. ]
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If it makes you happy, it's not a waste of time.