章節 105: Chapter 104 Guilt

"I-Iiii... Wife..." Karl stammered, his voice trembling as he avoided Ruby's sharp gaze. His fingers nervously clutched the sleeves of his Robes, his baby-blue eyes darting around the room like a trapped animal.

Ruby raised an eyebrow, her lips curving into a knowing smile, though her tone carried a hint of mockery. "Oh, I remember you calling me stupid wife not so long ago," she said, her voice dripping with sarcasm as she folded her arms tighter.

Karl froze, his face turning pale as sweat beaded on his forehead. "I-I…" he tried to form words, but they came out as nothing more than a squeak.

Ruby's expression softened just a little as she stepped closer. Her voice lowered, and instead of shouting, she spoke calmly—too calmly. "Tell the truth, Karl," she said, her tone steady but firm, "otherwise you won't be able to live without feeling guilty."