 What does Brother Partridge think after William shares his life story?
It was two or three years later that I skulked into Brother Partridge's mission on Durbin Street. Partridge didn't seem to notice me, but I knew that was an act. "Brothers, this being Thanksgiving, I pray the good Lord that we all are truly thankful for all that we have received. "Brothers," Partridge went on after enjoying the interruption with a beaming smile, "you shall all be entitled to a bowl of turkey soup prepared by Sister Partridge, a generous supply of sweet rolls and dinner rolls contributed by the Early Morning Bakery of this city, and all the coffee you can drink. Even Partridge made his way down from the auctioneer's stand like a vulture with a busted wing and darted through his private door.
 He believes William is being punished for his former sins
 He believes William is being punished for his former sins  He believes William is a criminal  He believes William is going to murder him  He believes William is the second coming