Francis was surprised, honestly. He didn't think this guy had the focus and sincerity to raise a child with any decency. But then he only saw a small part of him, and this seemed to prove that. He started to wonder what she saw in him and what did the detective see in him? He couldn't figure it out but then the priest only in these rare moments showed him a better side.

"Well, she doesn't see into your head. We are usually either our biggest fans or our worst enemies. Sometimes, we flip flop between the two. But you raised her so she knows you better than most. Perhaps she sees something in you that's really there and you should be proud of yourself a little more. After all, she looks up to you, right? And wants to help you. " His head tilted just a little.

"Then apologize. She'll certainly forgive you and you can move on. I would say talk to her about whatever you did to make her worry. You seem to have a habit about not talking about things that are difficult though. Then again, who doesn't?"