Niece!  Not only was Malachi caring for children on the street, but he had a niece, which meant he had to have siblings along with a mother and dead father.  Were they in London as well?  Would Arthur get to meet them?

He hoped so.

Arthur followed at Malachi's heels, not needing to be called to his side but appreciating that he was regardless.  His only regret stepping out the door was that he did not get to kiss Malachi again, but there would always be time for that later.

From over the priest's shoulders, Arthur glanced up and down the street and whispered to Malachi a gentle, "lead the way, darling."