Sadbhb, the moment

Cumara screams in rage and sorrow and frustration. Only feet away, he sees his little sister, her eyes wide in shock, fear and pain stare at him, the spear driven into her. He thrashes madly beneath the raiders, helpless.

Slowly, the light of life fades from little Sadhbh's beautiful eyes. A tiny hand tries to reach for him, but she crumples to the ground and lies still. The wind ruffles her hair and tunic.

Cumara screams until his throat is raw, but the hands never release him. He hears the raiders panicking, berating his sister's killer. It doesnt matter to him, though, for all he can see is little Sadhbh lying dead before him. A blow strikes his head and the mercy of unconscious ness takes him.