evasive responses
Susan’s evasive responses only add fuel to Viktor’s growing suspicions. “Come on, Susan. You must know something,”
he presses, frustration tinging his voice. She looks away, smoothing her hair. “I really don’t have answers, Viktor,” she says quietly.
The boys fidget beside him, sensing the tension. Viktor sighs heavily, realizing he’s not going to get anything from her. “
Alright, thanks anyway,” he mutters, turning away. The encounter leaves him more unsettled, doubts gnawing harder than ever.