On the other end of the line, Claire's voice carried a clear trace of panic.

"I—I love Vincent, of course! We were forced apart back then. From beginning to end, he's the only person I've ever loved!"

She sounded certain, but I could still catch a hint of unease in her voice.

She was very nervous—was it a guilt?

I smirked and said slowly, "Alright then you'd better marry Vincent as soon as possible before things get ...