[ So... Gil hasn't been back in a couple of weeks now. He's been putting this off for too long, so the guilt is laced heavily in his tone as he leaves this message. ]

Hello... it's me, Gilbert.

Um, I know we haven't spoken or seen each other in some time and I apologize for that. Some things came up and I didn't want to trouble you at the time.

I hate to impose as well, but I have a favor to ask. When you have a moment, I'd like to talk to you.