"I wouldn't blame you if you were. I'm sure I've all sorts of neurosis I've never even noticed in myself," Val chuckled. "Still, I prefer you as my friend, Hannibal. I'll gladly tell you my troubles with no expectation of you putting them at ease, and I hope you trust me enough to do the same. I can't offer doctor patient confidentiality, but I'll pinky swear to never share a word," he smiled.