Answer:
D
Explanation:
I believe the answer is D, as he does not ignore or help them with their obstacles. He simply regards them as uses his own past as reassurance for himself that things will work out for them.
I would say the answer would be C but the actual meaning of the word "punctilious " means showing great attention to detail or correct behavior . Matthew may have be trying to spell it correctly or just came up short . So therefore it would be A .