Believe me when I say, Vincent... or do you prefer 'Father?'

Offering a listening ear and a few kind words or some advice can sometimes be the most helpful thing of all.

[ He misses Alfred so much that sometimes it's hard to breathe. ]

And if the person you're with is anything like most of the ones I know, there'd be nothing to forgive. For the ones who've dedicated themselves to protecting people who can't protect themselves, it's as much a calling as... well, as what brought you to the priesthood, I bet. So don't think of it as hiding behind someone. Think of it as letting them do what they do best.