Ian listened with great interest as the professor summarized the thoughts of the class and then wondered which question to answer. He decided to go for one he thought he had some insight into.

Raising his hand, and then lowering it because of the pain in his right shoulder, he answered. Professor, I think that some would not confess because when you feel you are being wronged, especially when that wrong involves persecution, you refuse to give the satisfaction to those who think they have power. It is a way to show them that they may be able to take some things from you, but they can't take away everything. They can't take away what you know to be right. I've heard it said that 'in perfect love there is no fear'. If my family loves me and I know I'm right, I am less fearful.

He sat back and took a deep breath, as this answer took a little out of him and he decided to take it easy for a little while.