[The vampire's gaze didn't avert from the boy, though it was perhaps less... piercing, than usual.]

I do not believe any of what has transpired recently is fine. For any of us.

If you wish to have another confidential discussion, we can return to my office.

[Valvatorez knew he wasn't always the best at this kind of thing, but. He would be remiss for not at the very least offering. And if nothing else, it'd be one of the most judgment-free places on Daybreak.]