[Each studies the other. Fathers who should be on the same side. Fathers who might never find common ground because their ideals are in conflict. Renoir regrets these circumstances yet cannot doubt or stop them from continuing. Because protecting his family is more important than protecting theirs.

He refuses to blink. Because he recognises that flash of recognition, realises how far this man could go. He takes one step backwards, relieving the pressure as a sign of what could be agreement.

Perhaps this man is better off never knowing about his adoptive child, never mind the world. He understands more than anyone the changes that can come about when you are faced with a changing reality. But before he promises anything...]

You know what I expect in return.

[Stay away from my family.]