After careful contemplation he decided to discuss his problem with his immediate religious supervisor in accordance with the tenets of his particular religion. He needed advice. He needed assistance. He revealed the nature of the problem to his religious superior in the utmost confidence who in turn gossiped to one person, breaking his sacred responsibility. Shortly a scandal developed.
Rumors spread like a grass fire on the plain.
All this young man wanted was someone to turn to. He need someone to lean on. He needed help with this problem. He hadn't caved in. He was successfully withstanding.