Akakios was absolutely horrified. He had done something absolutely unthinkable, and right when he was about to have a serious break-through with Bia. He had been sure that as long as he was diligent in showing her the truth that she would turn from her sinful ways, but it seemed like he was the one who had turned to sin. And now here she was, and it was clear that there would be consequences for his actions. He was speechless, unable to start the conversation that they needed to have.
