After hearing Elle's threat against him using his sister, Selena, James should show her no sympathy at all. He should be as hard as nails when facing her with a brave front.
However, seeing Elle got hit like that by Spike in front of him, he couldn't help but feel a tinge of pain and fury in his heart. James realized that he still had a soft spot for her and he hated it.
With his grim expression, James signaled Spike to step back. Feeling reluctant and guilty at the same time, Spike distanced himself away from Elle. He didn't dare to look at James's eyes which ablaze with anger. He knew that James was unhappy with his action.
Sensing the awkward atmosphere around the room, Black Shadow just continued to keep quiet while restraining Elle. He knew it was a hard hit but the girl before him never made any sound as if she didn't feel any pain at all.
