Tori spoke up, voicing her thoughts while Derek chimed in with his perspective. The tension in the moment was palpable as Tori, visibly hurt, waved her injured hand, showcasing her frustration. Her eye-rolling indicated her exasperation with the situation, highlighting the dynamic among the characters and their interactions.

Amidst the conversation, I added my own comments, trying to contribute to the dialogue. Tori responded with a faint smile, suggesting a mix of vulnerability and resilience despite her pain. This moment captures the complexity of their relationships and the challenges they face together in "The Reckoning" by Kelley Armstrong.