It was a genuine "thank you" from me. He had posted an article on how you can convert sbd & steem to prepaid VISA gift cards here in the USA, and I did not know that was an available avenue to cash out if you wanted too. I haven't done it and am not intending in the immediate future but it was good information to know for sure if I decide too.
It wasn't like I was trying to reel him back in, but he did end up following me again.