It sounds like something that Mr Todt really HOPES happens as I'm sure we all do but personally, the longer this has gone on the only statements I take any notice of are those made by the family.
If that melts on the Zorst, whatever it is will be well and truly buggered, I should amke sure you get it out of the way before you drive it again and, as you say, effect a permanent fix next Weds.