After the chaos in the dining room, everyone returned to the sitting room, the atmosphere thick with unease, the tension palpable which is in stark contrast to the exquisite setting of the room as they all waited anxiously for the doctor's diagnosis and Vera's waking up.
Elder Allen sat with a stern expression leaning on his walking cane for support, Desmond's face was impassive but his fingers were tightly interlocked, while Aaron paced anxiously his gaze drifting to Vera at intervals. Pamela and the other members of the second branch whispered among themselves.
Jessica silently wheeled Davis into the sitting room back to the spot they had occupied when they arrived initially. After she made sure he is comfortable, she sat down on the couch beside him while Ethan continued standing.
She felt the gaze of the family members on her— curious, angry, suspicion and confusion. She welcomed them all, her countenance brimming with confidence.
