The answer was somewhat surprising, mainly because Derek felt like he lived wary of everyone around him, Peter included. So, to hear that Peter might've actually been making an effort because of him was enough to shut him up for a few moments.

"I know you can't promise anything," he said, slow with his words to try to avoid being misunderstood again. He was never careful enough when he spoke to his uncle and he wanted to avoid making his words come across like an attack. "Let me help you stay grounded this time."