Great Leader ?

Vincent couldn't help but feel a shiver of unease crawl up his spine as he observed Benedict's expression . It was obvious that his loyalty and commitment to serving him were genuine and unwavering. 

The realization struck him with fear and disbelief – everything had unfolded precisely as Evangeline had predicted. It was a startling revelation that left him questioning the extent of her foresight .

She had meticulously orchestrated this very moment. She intentionally withheld her support for Benedict's power serum, not because she found it useless, but rather because she understood his character all too well. She recognized his pride and his insatiable desire to prove himself, and she calculated that denying him support would ignite his competitive spirit.

By allowing him to face rejection and neglect for a very long time, she knew that he would be driven to seek validation no matter what.