Remnants (2)

The Director cleared his throat awkwardly and said, "We apologise; I was not made aware-"

The glare from Ryan made him stop his statement. In his position, what Ryan hated the most was bootlicking! And that is exactly what the Director was trying to do. The man could not deny that he was aware of the reporters on his premises and was trying to divert the blame. All that screamed to Ryan was 'incompetence!'

Jorge did not bother with any of the people not far from him. Even though he heard all the words spoken, he gave no indication of that.

"She is gone; I am sorry," he whispered when he saw them start to unhook the machines on Mirabel's mother. He could feel the distress in her frame, so he turned her around so that she buried her face in his chest.