[Splinter knows that words cannot change what has happened. He cannot begin to make this better or make this right. The only thing he can do is be here for his son.
When Robert arrives, Splinter reads his intentions and steps to the side. Donatello has a partner now, and Splinter is not one to rob Robert of part of his duty. He won't interrupt this moment, but wait for the right moment to touch his son.]
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[Splinter knows that words cannot change what has happened. He cannot begin to make this better or make this right. The only thing he can do is be here for his son.
When Robert arrives, Splinter reads his intentions and steps to the side. Donatello has a partner now, and Splinter is not one to rob Robert of part of his duty. He won't interrupt this moment, but wait for the right moment to touch his son.]