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I think I can do it. [he gives Castiel a big grin] Thanks. You know, you and Q help me out a lot. You don't mind answering my questions, even though I bet you get bored with it. Everybody else does.
[They don't treat Alma like he's a kid--even if Q does treat him like he's a bit stupid, but Q's like that with everyone, he thinks--and Alma really appreciates that.]