Charles couldn't handle having to stand back and see Aurora in pain. He wanted to grab her and hold her. Whisper in her ear that the pain was only temporary, that he loved her. Instead, he stood back just as promised.
Cady noticed Charles's discomfort, taking a few steps in his direction she turned to him, "Charles, if you could hold my hand? It would bring me some comfort." She said with a wink. Charles knew she was trying to comfort him without raising questions from their guests. Grabbing her hand, he gave it a quick squeeze, acknowledging his appreciation for her offer. Griffith handed over his jar of moonshine to Charles.
"Take a swig. It'll calm you." He whispered to Charles with a wink.
After a few moments, Aurora's body burst, her fur was a cherry red, Charles and Cady let out
