If there's a chance, even slim, I would do so. I am hoping and praying even if my luck hasn't been good as of late.

[The soup and bread looks really good and yummy, but putting together a dinner and meal is hard work! He can sense the man's guilt and regret. He's not sure if his advice is any good...]

It's not too late to fix it even if it's broken. With the time you have, you should tell them how you feel without regret.