"...but alliances shift and worlds change." she offered. Parents came and went in her observation. Billy would have to do.

"Listen to him. When we finish our sessions, and there will no doubt be many...let him talk. Do not lead the conversation, do not show surprise at where it may go. Let him...bleed." she listed, tilting her head as she talked "Show absolutely no fear in touching him, no matter what he tells you, care for him despite. This is something I believe you will excel at, given your tendencies."

"...and...let him know that it is alright to hate. TO fear, to loathe. These are normal emotions, and with work, will burn themselves out without harming him, as long as he is allowed to vent."