He most likely realizes himself that he made the biggest mistake of his life in the way he (lightly put) undervalued you for all those years you worked for him, where you took the opportunity of your life and made a smashing success of it.

So try to let his efforts go one ear in and the other ear out Sim. You know you have the full backing of your GM. They are blessed to have you in their company.

Happy Thanksgiving for you and your family sweetie. Love you!