A Brother’s Trust

Sebastian licked his lips anxiously. "When you arrived at the Mayor's Office the other day to save me, I was so dazed, it felt like a trance. Therefore, I forgot to tell you this. However, when I retreated to Edgar Tower and settled down, it came to me. I had time to reflect on the day's events and remembered a startling piece of information."

"Which is?" Victor asked with irritation.

"During the Mayor's Office incident, I managed to kill my attackers through the element of surprise. I hid in the closet and waited for them to turn their backs on me. Once the opportunity presented itself, I jumped out and shot them in the heads!"

Victor pursed his lips impatiently. "That was very brave and ingenious of you, Seb," he said sarcastically. "But how is that relevant in this situation? I am in the middle of something. You can demand a pat on the back later!"