{Vincent isn't particularly affectionate by nature, but with family, he feels it is essential. If love is not shown, how can it be known and trusted?}

The taste must be considered. Vanilla is delicious - most especially when mixed with sugar - but chocolate on its own can be a decadent treat. Have you ever seen anyone partaking of a pure stick of vanilla?

{He hums, smiling.} Let him have his secrets. If he gives everything away, what will he have to keep us hooked?