I am terribly behind in replying to comments here, but I've made it back. :-)

Anyway, I definitely think Peter would have an easier time saying some things to kid!Neal. Also, I totally get your point about Neal probably knowing that Peter will be there for him (depending, of course, on when in their timeline it is), but I wonder if there isn't still that occasional lingering uncertainty.

In any case, glad you liked it and thanks for commenting.