Adam turned and started walking away, offering no reply to his uncle's questions.
"Answer my question, boy," Edward called after him.
Adam continued towards the jungle's edge, ignoring him.
"Your father let you off this time," Edward's voice was sterner now, carrying a warning. "If he finds out you're heading back into the jungle, even I won't be able to protect you."
Without turning around, Adam spoke, his voice flat. "I'm not going anywhere. I just want to be alone."
He walked on. Edward watched him go, a heavy sigh escaping his lips. He shook his head, a look of profound sadness in his eyes. This is our fault, he thought. He has to face so much, even from his own sister.
As Adam walked, his mind replayed the confrontation. My attack was powerful, he thought, flexing the fingers of his new hand.
