Jayden's body jerked as his mind violently shoved itself back into consciousness; he nearly wound up on the floor and his heart was left pounding in the wake of the blasting sounds. For a split second, Jayden looked terrified. For another, he appeared confused. Finally, his expression settled into that of indignation and he glared at Aaron. "I was not sleeping," he said, without even being accused. "I was just messing with you. That was unnecessary. The neighbors will complain. Again."