In the base, Lara seemed back to normal. Nate had observed her in silence, looking for any trace of panic. However, she seemed fine.
Scarlet was sleepy and hungry, just like usual.
Only Jaden seemed to be thinking about the events of that night. It was a sign Nate didn't disregard.
After the first joys of being a father were revealed to him, he had started to understand how hard a job it was. He had to keep his eyes wide open all the time. Literally, all the time.
And, what was worse, physical dangers weren't the most threatening. His kids weren't delicate, and they could survive just fine falling on the ground while playing. Yet, what made him worry the most were their souls. He wanted to protect them from worries, frights, and shocks. He yearned to protect them from anything!