Something was broken and from his reaction, it was probably a rib and then she noticed the brand mark. But his reply gave her a better idea of how to help. There was quite a bit of damage, whoever had beaten him had been thorough, but she was uncertain if killing him had been their goal.

"You think I'm kidding, but you aren't in your world anymore," she said softly, slowly reaching out a hand to lay it on his shoulder. "You're safer now, I promise."