The man at the center of attention ceased screaming and lowered his head, panting.
As children grow, they become more cooperative, but also more self-conscious at being the center of attention.
Kiera watched them, somewhat relieved not to be the center of attention any longer.
That would terrify me personally, to be the center of attention from someone like him.
Why should a bloody radiator suddenly perk up and decide to be the center of attention?