He listens to Romeo's dilemmas and proves to be a good confidant. When Romeo says he loves Juliet and wants to marry her, the Friar accepts without too much hesitation: “But come, you hesitant young man, come with me. / In a sense, I will be your assistant” (2.3.92-93). He listened to what Romeo wanted to say, and he does. His show of affection is so simple. The Friar does not enter into feelings and emotions. He lends an ear to Romeo and doesn't tell anyone what he knows. The Friar also shows his distant, yet caring personality when Romeo arrives at his residence after being banished. Romeo cries on the floor, and he, being the person he is, simply wonders why he acts like a child: “[Nurse] Where is my lady's lord, where is Romeo? / [Friar] There on the ground, with his own drunken tears” (3.3.84-85). The Friar, although he may seem rude, is not. It's simply his personality. He doesn't like to be emotional, so he chooses the direct route. He's convinced that sentimental comments won't make Romeo go back to normal, which is why he says what he wants. The Friar cares about Romeo's well-being as a parent and wants him to be himself again. Whatever path she chooses to do so, it's really the thought of helping Romeo that matters. Finally, Friar Laurence shows his affection by helping Romeo until the last minute. When Romeo is banished,