[ He hesitates for a second, and then he reluctantly peels back, staying close because he's won the distance and he's not inclined to give it up that easily. ]

You wouldn't believe me if I told you. It's not in your nature. But I've been here--been here a long time. An angel watching over humanity. An angel.

[ He glances over his left shoulder. ]

Still, I didn't choose the church. That was all you.