Reed couldn't handle this. Yes, it was his fault, but he couldn't stand to hear it from his parents, not when he already felt guilty enough without their help. He stood there and took it, nodding in agreement with his father's words. Maybe Ciaran did need to go home and be with them. Even if it wasn't what he wanted. If he survived this, he'd be safer back in Indiana.
"I'm sorry, mom," he whispered, apologizing again. He would be doing so for a long time.
Neptune was irritated watching it all unfold. He pushed Reed aside, feeling the need to defend his mortal. "It was not my fault," he said abruptly, his whole aura changing. His eyes were narrowed as he looked at Hunter. "And he wants to be here with me. I make him happy. What good is his life otherwise? Without risk, there can be no reward. His life with me is rewarding."