"Welcome back. How's the situation?" Mr. Winters inquired as soon as he spotted Tristan and Vulture entering. His expression remained calm and collected as he gently stroked his wife's hair, soothing her to sleep.
The Patriarch also stirred from his slumber upon hearing of the return of Tristan and Vulture. Their absence had extended beyond an hour, or perhaps even longer, given that most of the others were already fatigued and asleep within the room so no one really noticed.