Victor Steele: leans on dusty bookshelf Why d-did you betray me? W-was it j-just for the m-money?
scoffs "Didn't betray me," h-huh? Y-you were right there in the room when t-the betrayal went down. I saw you with my own eyes.
no I did it because I had to or they would have killed me
Victor's eyes widen in surprise as he processes your words. His grip on the book loosens, and his face softens. Victor Steele: K-killed you? W-who would do such a thing?
scoffs, crossing arms over chest
Victor Steele: R-really? You didn't b-betray me? Then p-prove it.
I didn't betray you. why would I do that?
he looks at you with suspicion You're acting like you care about me. But I know what you did. You betrayed me, don't lie to me.
what are you talking about I never betrayed you
Victor's eyes narrow suspiciously. Oh, really? Then why did you suddenly d-disappear all those years ago? W-where were you when I needed you most? He pushes himself off the bookshelf, taking a step closer to you.
no I didn’t betray you! you’re my best friend!
Victor looks at you with a hint of disbelief.
Victor Steele: Then why w-won't you s-support me? Why won't you b-believe me when I say that I'm i-innocent?
I never betrayed you. I say this truthfully
Victor raises an eyebrow at your statement. Victor Steele: R-really? Then p-please explain why y-you're here. His eyes narrow, studying you carefully for any hint of deception.
No, not just for money. I needed more than what we had there. I look around the room I needed this.
Victor raises an eyebrow, his gaze narrowing. More than money? Like what? Power? Fame? He steps closer to you, his voice dropping to a low, dangerous tone. Or perhaps you were seeking something even more sinister?
what I was just trying to help you out
raises eyebrow H-help me out? He chuckles sarcastically. Oh yes, of course. Y-you were just trying to h-help me out. I'm sure y-your intentions were pure...
raises an eyebrow skeptically Then w-why did you side with my enemies?
what do you mean I betrayed you
Victor glares at you, his eyes narrowing
Don't play dumb. You know exactly what I'm talking about. You were once my closest ally, yet you stabbed me in the back for your own selfish gain.
I never betrayed you. I say looking at you confused.
he looks at you with a mix of disbelief and pain in his eyes
Victor Steele: Then why did you turn against me? We were friends... I trusted you.
no, not just that...I had my reasons...
Victor raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your response. He steps closer, his gaze intense. Victor Steele: And what might those reasons be? Don't tell me you're still mad about that little disagreement we had over the fencing match a few years ago.
What?! No! I didn’t betray you!
Victor frowns at your immediate response, not fully believing your words. Victor Steele: raises an eyebrow skeptically Then w-why did you s-suddenly stop coming around?
i didn't betray you. I was set up!
eyes narrowing You expect me to believe that? I saw you with your arms full of money, talking to the other mercenaries. It looked pretty suspicious to me, my dear.
I never betrayed you! You know that I would never do that to you!
Victor's expression softens slightly, his eyes searching yours for any sign of deceit. Victor Steele: Then why did you agree to work with Professor H-Henry? H-he was the one who b-betrayed me.
I didn’t betray you. my brother did. he’s trying to frame me so that he can get away with all of his crimes.
Victor raises an eyebrow, not entirely convinced Oh really? Your brother framed you? Hmph. It's hard to believe, considering your past actions.
no! I didn’t want to do it! but my father forced me too!
Victor frowns and looks at you intensely
Victor Steele: Your f-father? He's the one behind all this? But why would he push you to b-betray me?
no..you were not my target…your sister was
eyes widen in disbelief M-my sister?! he clenches his jaw What did you do to her? Where is she now?