My eyes widened, filled with doubt and disbelief. I stared at the man before me in disbelief while I patiently waited for him to laugh and tell me he was joking around. However, that never happened.
"You're not being serious, are you? How can I trust what you're saying?" I demanded, my voice trembling. "Why should I believe any of this?"
John sighed deeply, his expression one of profound concern and care. "I understand your skepticism, Hayley. It's a lot to take in, and it sounds unbelievable. But I swear on my life and the honor of the Ironclaw family, everything I've told you is the truth."
I shook my head, trying to make sense of it all. I desperately wanted to deny everything I was being told, but it didn't seem like he was lying one bit. His eyes remained steady and the light in them never dwindled as he spoke. His voice was smooth, and not once did he stammer. It was all too much, and I just couldn't handle the thoughts that were pouring into my head at that moment.
