[Mikleo's look is one of concern now, not of pain, as he looks at Sorey. Do you want handholding? You're getting handholding even if you don't. And also a nod. Because those are good boundaries, damn it.

Mikleo decides it's time to say something. With Sorey's silent permission, he'll take the phone.]

Velvet? This is Mikleo. I've only heard Sorey's half of the conversation, but there's something I'd like to ask you about this 'Scarlet Night.'

[A pause, as he steadies himself.]

Was... a child sacrificed?