Inhumane

*Benjamin's POV*

"Not you too," I said pulling my hair out. 

My grandfather patted my back. "I am just trying to make sure that you are fully aware of the political consequences of this action," he said calmly. 

"I know, I know… I had promised change and some twenty first century bullshit…" I said. "But that was before my wife had been assaulted, again!" I grumbled. "There is no way I am going to ignore this, twice already!" I said furious. "The world must know not to play with me," I said in a harsh tone.

"Good for you," my grandfather said stroking his long beard. "I will proudly stand next to you." He smiled. 

"How is Jasmine?" he asked as we entered her room. I looked at the nurse who was beside her bed, waiting for an answer. She was quiet and blankly stared at us. "Well…" I pressed.