[He watches as Heartland approaches with Thomas in his arms and takes his seat at the head of the table. Somehow the man is smiling despite the fact that the room has nearly gone dead silent.

He stares for a moment, almost in disbelief, and then rises from the table (leaving Michael sniffling in his seat) and stalks over to Heartland's side, to where his brother is being held.]

I'd like to speak to IV in private, please.

[His voice is tight, barely controlled. In response, Heartland just glances at Thomas for her opinion.]