Jessup Marshall, is a troublesome volatile young man. On the night of Bernard's visit, the boy has committed a heinous crime. He finds himself at the foot of the church that Bernard calls home. Though armed with a weapon, he doesn't hold the man hostage. Instead, he seeks guidance and help from the Reverend.

Jessup's a teenager 17-20 years old. Not much of an education. He's volatile and a boy of few words. In the story, he very much has the power with Bernard, but, he doesn't think to act on it.