Michael holds a service for Vernon's mother Helen, attended by young policeman Andrew Powell, who feels guilty for his part in Vernon's death, despite his colleagues' attempts to clear themselves by putting pressure on Andrew. Helen forgives Andrew, who comes to see Michael for peace of mind and explains what happened. Accepting Andrew's contrition Michael recalls how, as a schoolboy, he was sexually interfered with by his English teacher Father Matthew and seeks him out but the old man is defensive and anything but contrite, increasing Michael's anger.
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