I thought Cordelia was going to go running to Giles, dragging Veronica with her, who would ultimately convince Giles to help via the Head Tilt O' Doom (TM).

We've established that both Alfred and Giles are Londoners. They had an abbreviated conversation early on. Alfred could come back by looking for a book, to chat, to whatever. He'll see Giles with intent steaming out his ears, and offer to help.

Sound good?