But, before we could leave, there was something we had to do. We had to make Ariana react. Ariana hadn't moved.She hadn’t shed a tear.The acute shock had numbed her.“She has been like this since I arrived.” Dorian whispered, not removing his eyes from her.“Not a single tear or cry. Only hollow eyes and staring.” She remained beside the covered stretcher, one hand resting lightly against it as though Antler might wake if she stayed close enough.“You go.” Kieran pushed Xavier, “You know how to handle women.” Xavier frowned, “I am married. I cannot touch another woman.”“So am I.” Them and their logic. I sighed. I came closer, placing a slow hand on her shoulder, “Ariana.” No reaction.We all exchanged worried glances. “She is still holding the ring.” I added compassionately. “Our brother was going to marry too…” Her eyes were vacant. She wasn't looking at him anymore, she was looking through him.We nodded and they came together, observing her empty form. Kieran slowly
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