without being told Ethan knew serenity uncle is relishing this too much, narrowing slightly. This isn't about proving anything—it's about showing everyone he's in control.
Serenity, sitting nearby, looked increasingly frustrated. She leaned toward Ethan, her voice low but fierce. "He's dragging this out on purpose," she whispered. "He doesn't care about the truth—he just wants to humiliate you."
Ethan glanced at her, his expression softening for a brief moment. "Let him," he said quietly. "The truth will speak for itself."
At that moment Serenity's uncle finally stopped scrolling, holding his phone up for everyone to see. "I'll start with the first name on the list," he announced, his tone dripping with self-satisfaction. "And I'll continue until we get to the bottom of this."