All the fidgeting comes to an abrupt and unnatural halt.

"Shot," he repeats blankly. "Shot and he couldn't fight them. That's why. Someone shot him. Reavers on the way. Wángbadàn de biăozi and they shot him."

In another moment it's clear that there are tears glistening visibly in Raguel's eyes now, but there's no telling whether they're brought on by anger or grief. Maybe both. The effect is startling.