Defiance and Deceit

"Grandma! I'll only marry Clara in this lifetime!" Victor's voice was filled with determination.

Martha's cane struck Victor directly, the sound echoing through the room as she scolded him, "You're out of your mind!"

Despite enduring the physical blow, Victor stood his ground. Martha continued, "Are you worthy of Daphne? What's so good about Clara that you're attracted to her?" she demanded.

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