"I've had grey hair since I was 25 years old. I've looked over 40 for quite a while now," Grissom says in a matter-of-fact tone. "And I'm not insulted. I never quite had a father figure myself, I understand. Even my mentor betrayed me in the end. If I can... If I can be of assistance to you, I am glad to do it."

Grissom is quite proud of himself for reaching out to Angelus, and not shutting off when he hit a personal chord. He thinks perhaps connecting with this student could be mutually benefitial.