Samuel's expression hardened, a mix of anger and suspicion dancing in his eyes. His mind was in turmoil, struggling to process the devastating revelations he had just heard. While a part of him wanted to accept Victoria's words, the other refused to let down his guard, aware that his tumultuous emotions clouded his judgment.

　　"Do you expect me to believe this?" he growled, his voice dripping with disdain. "Do you think you can just convince me that everything that happened ...