Christo Rocland arrived at the medical room in a rush, his face pale and his steps uneven. The news had already reached his ears long before he arrived. His brothers and their wives were outside the room, having lunch. The Veythar elders were also there, sipping their afternoon tea with along with simple meals.
Everyone went silent as they watched him walk into the room without acknowledging them. He was met with the sight of his wife Numia, sedate, and lying on the bed.
He froze for a moment, then stumbled forward, gripping the edge of the bed as though he might collapse. Jorik stepped in quickly, explaining what had happened--the accusations, the demands for a vacation, the attempt to attack Sienna, the bleeding and the doctor's verdict.
Grandma Byra, grim faced handed him the footage that Mrs. Miller had recorded. He watched in silence, his shoulders trembling, and when the image faded, he buried his face in his hands.
