Outside the medic chamber, the atmosphere was thick enough to choke. Serena and Alicia stood side by side, both glaring daggers at Reynard, who stood in the middle like a criminal awaiting judgment.
Sweat trickled down his temple as his usual composure faltered.
Serena's voice finally broke the silence, sharp as a blade.
"You really disappointed me, Rey. I can't believe you acted like that… and even used your aura on him."
Reynard's jaw tightened. He raised his hands slightly, as if trying to calm the storm.
"I know I lost control, but you already know the aura I released was only a fraction of my true power. I wasn't trying to harm him, Reyna. I only wanted to… teach him a lesson. To remind him of respect for his elders. Make him kneel, just once, so he'd understand."
Serena pressed her fingers into her temples, exhaling heavily. She was about to retort, but Alicia stepped forward first, her eyes flashing.
