[Oh, Ten Hells. He's a state - he's singed and undoubtedly the source of all the burning. Rev doesn't even think twice about slipping in next to him, sitting down with just enough distance to not accidentally get burned and give Alfred something else to be upset about.]
Alright, Alfred. Let's try and get that sorted out, alright?
[He doesn't reach out to touch him. It's a bad idea when he's still steaming where the water touches his skin.]
Can you take some deep, slow breaths for me? We need to get you feeling a little calmer and safer.
[And then, more softly:]
Your door's still locked. You're safe. I'm here for as long as you need.
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Alright, Alfred. Let's try and get that sorted out, alright?
[He doesn't reach out to touch him. It's a bad idea when he's still steaming where the water touches his skin.]
Can you take some deep, slow breaths for me? We need to get you feeling a little calmer and safer.
[And then, more softly:]
Your door's still locked. You're safe. I'm here for as long as you need.