The context of the following conversation is Though their friends were asking many questions about what happened in court, Alex never said anything.:
Alex says My lawyer told me not to speak about the case..
The friend responds Is that why you haven't been saying anything about what happened in court?.
Alex responds Yes, I know you guys have many questions, but I can't answer them right now..
The friend responds I'm sorry if we've been bothering you, but we care about you..
Alex responds I appreciate the concern, and someday I'll be able to talk more freely about things..
The friend responds No worries, take your time and get all that legal stuff taken care of..