章 289: [ Volume 1] Chaper 289- Died long ago

Jay, her younger brother, leaned over her shoulder, his brow furrowed in confusion. "Esme… that man…" His voice trailed off as realization dawned. "That's the same guy, isn't it? From the other video."

Kai, ever the observant one, folded his arms and leaned in. His sharp gaze flicked between the videos playing side by side on the screen. The movements were identical, the playful mannerisms unmistakable. He didn't need further confirmation.

"That's your father," Kai said quietly, his voice filled with certainty.

Esme didn't respond. Her hand moved mechanically as she clicked open another folder on her laptop. This one was labeled "Mother and Father." She scrolled through the photos inside, her vision blurring slightly as familiar faces stared back at her. She stopped on a particular image—their engagement photo.