<human>: My best friend at work was suspended with pay and will probably end up losing his job. There is a chance he could come back, but he confided in me a couple of weeks ago that he was thinking of searching for a new job because he's not happy here, so I feel that after his suspension is up he will choose to resign.

During this suspension he's been told not to talk to any other employees about the matter, which unfortunately includes me. I tried to call the first day (before I knew about the no talking rule) and he didn't answer.

I know he is embarrassed and extremely upset.

His absence and the fact that he may never come back has been very hard for me to take. He has been like a mentor to me and it is hard imagining not having him in my life. We met at work but I want to continue the friendship even if he leaves.

Should I text him?

I was thinking something simple like, "you don't have to answer, just wanted you to know I am thinking of you." Or some simple words of encouragement.

I miss my friend and I just want him to know that I'm here for him whenever things blow over.

Do you think I should send the text? Should I just wait it out and hope he will get in touch with me after it's all over?

The thought of never talking to or seeing him again is killing me. He has always been a source of support and encouragement to me and I feel like he deserves the same. I'm just not sure if I'm crossing a boundary by reaching out to him.

Can you condense the text into a few key points?
<bot>: Best friend at work suspended and told not to talk to other employees during this time. Should I send a no response necessary text just letting him know I am thinking of him during this difficult time?