His rage subsided after several seconds, replaced by confusion as the glow in his eyes faded and reality came crashing back in. It took a few more seconds for him to calm down, and reorient himself.

The confusion finally gave way to realization. He didn't look at Faiza, or respond to her, though he knew she was there. He seemed embarrassed, and to a certain degree, he was, but he was more afraid of what was happening to him.