Does a traveler shorten his prayer no matter how long his journey lasts, even if it is for years?

The questioner : Shaykh, regarding the traveler, does he shorten his prayer for the entire duration of his stay?

The Shaykh : As long as he is a traveler, yes, but...

The questioner : Even if he stays for years.

The Shaykh : That is not possible. Therefore, I say one must look to see if he is truly a traveler. Even if he stays for years, this is not conceivable except in an extremely rare case. Peace be upon you.
The student : Meaning, there is no fixed duration.

The Shaykh : No, there is no fixed duration.
The student: Peace be upon you.

The Shaykh : Welcome, Doctor.
The student : How are you? Good.

The Shaykh: And upon you peace.
The student : May Allah grant you health.

The Shaykh : How are you?
The student : How are you?

The Shaykh : May Allah bless you.
The student : I am very brief, O Shaykh.

The Shaykh : Excuse me, may Allah keep you safe.
The student : I am brief in my visit.

The Shaykh : May Allah protect you, thank you. Welcome, may Allah keep you safe.
The student : If he sees that he is settled and residing there.

The Shaykh : Yes, then he must complete the prayer.
The student : May Allah reward you.

The Shaykh : And may He reward you.