Samuel sat on the edge of the bed, his eyes fixed on Victoria as he anxiously awaited answers that could change everything he thought he knew about his family. He could feel his heart pounding in his chest, as if it were about to unravel long-guarded secrets.

　　"Darling, why don't you leave this for later? Look how nervous you are," Chloe tried to intervene.

　　"Chloe, please," Victoria intervened sweetly, addressing her husband with a gentle smile. "It's necessary ...