“What did he say?” Miranda whispered to Andi when she was finally released and returned to her chair.
The Brunei honor guard had appeared within seconds of Andi’s attack, but she’d stopped before they had restrained her. Miranda was surprised that Ru wasn’t dead after what Andi had unleashed on him.
Medics were called and had wheeled Zhang Ru away, much the worse for wear.
After that, half the honor guard continued to face outward along the walkway, to keep tourists away. However, the other half now faced inward and kept a careful eye on where Andi sat.
Andi shook her head and wouldn’t meet her eyes.
When Miranda leaned in to ask again, Susan stopped her.
“You’re in Brunei,” she whispered.
Andi looked upset.
Which Miranda’s mother had taught her meant that comforting was appropriat
