Disturbingly undisturbing

I'm beginning to realise anew that the most truly horrifically powerful scenes are ones where the point of view character is undisturbed by events. And that contrasting reactions to similar (to the reader's mind) situations is an excellent way of exploring a protagonist's moral code and exposing the path for growth.

In related news: Return to Sender is now closed for new characters. Please do not turn up in my narrative expecting a substantial supporting role, because in addition to being quite enough, nine is a nice round number. Thank you for your cooperation.