Richard’s eyes burned reddish. He never expected this from Victor. Not after all his words to him—that whenever anyone was caught, the person must be brave enough to give the others away.But now, he was the one giving him away?He fumbled to his feet. Langford had already pronounced him—he must get away before they apprehended him.He rushed to the door. His hands were almost reaching the doorknob before one of the presidential goal securities curled his arm around his stomach and seized him.“He lies!” Richard screamed as he was caught.“I knew nothing about this! I knew nothing about all he said!” he screamed out loud again.The courtroom, thick with tension, fell into murmurs. Each senator looked dazed at one another. What was really happening? Was Victor telling the truth, or was he grasping at straws to falsely accuse Richard and escape punishment?Victor noticed their hesitation—the flicker of uncertainty etched across their faces. He understood then: words alone would never su