Ibel lifts his head in shock, staring into his eyes, trying to process… Did he really say something, or was he imagining it? But suddenly, Chips turns back toward the window again.
Chips (muttering): Who are you? What do you want from me?
Ibel: Damn it… If only you knew, Thomas. Just yesterday, on his first day here in Charming, he got into a fight with some guys. But we taught them a lesson they won't forget. Maybe him coming here was a good thing… even if just for a short time. I don't have friends anymore… I can barely find someone to talk to. I barely feel alive. (sighs) Did I tell you? I work at the same hospital where my mother, Tara, used to work. She's not my real mother… but she'll always be my mother.
…
Outside the care home, Ibel stands there, stunned. Suddenly, a black car door opens. A large man wearing a tracksuit and a mask steps out.
Man: Well, well… Doctor Fighter. We've missed you. Your brother is inside the car. If you want to see him again, you're coming with us. You have no choice. If you resist, we'll put a bullet in his head and leave.
Ibel (calmly): And what proof do you have that my brother is with you… and still alive?
(The man turns, opens the door, grabs Thomas by the hair, and drags him forward to reveal his face.)
Man: Is this your brother? Or should we ask your mother?
Ibel (surrendering): …Alright.