[For the second time in so many minutes, Alfred is speechless. There's no hiding the slight widening of his eyes in surprise or the way he colors. He's utterly floored by the fact that he would ever get a term of endearment from anyone, let alone Hannibal.
He tries not to be too flattered or overwhelmed by it. Hannibal isn't making a huge deal out of it, he shouldn't either. In fact, it almost seems like he's trying not to bring attention to it at all. It's only proper that he act normal, ignore it. Time and place. Now is not the time...
He sits quietly back at Hiling's side and takes her hand gently. Pretends nothing was ever said. No need to hang bows off that particular elephant dancing about the room.]
Oh Hiling. I know it don't feel like it now, but I'm sure there's someone out there that'll care for you as much as you care for them. You're still young. You're a sweet young lady. A bit confused at times, but when ain't we all. I can't promise you'll find that today. Can't promise it tomorrow either. [it evidently took Alfred 50 years to get it] but I'm sure it out there. You just got to be patient and think about what you want in a person. And until you find them or they find you, The doctor and I will be here to help you out. Teach you proper so you've got an even better chance at finding them.
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He tries not to be too flattered or overwhelmed by it. Hannibal isn't making a huge deal out of it, he shouldn't either. In fact, it almost seems like he's trying not to bring attention to it at all. It's only proper that he act normal, ignore it. Time and place. Now is not the time...
He sits quietly back at Hiling's side and takes her hand gently. Pretends nothing was ever said. No need to hang bows off that particular elephant dancing about the room.]
Oh Hiling. I know it don't feel like it now, but I'm sure there's someone out there that'll care for you as much as you care for them. You're still young. You're a sweet young lady. A bit confused at times, but when ain't we all. I can't promise you'll find that today. Can't promise it tomorrow either. [it evidently took Alfred 50 years to get it] but I'm sure it out there. You just got to be patient and think about what you want in a person. And until you find them or they find you, The doctor and I will be here to help you out. Teach you proper so you've got an even better chance at finding them.