Morgan's eyes widened, his breath catching in surprise as he absorbed the news Carl had delivered. The weight of the revelation settled upon him, causing his mind to race and his heart to pound in his chest.
A mix of emotions—shock, disbelief, and a glimmer of hope—washed over him, leaving him momentarily speechless.
His mind had a hard time figuring out what Carl had just told him. The news threw off his fragile mental balance and shattered the ideas he had held.
For a fleeting moment, time seemed to stand still as Morgan grappled with the newfound knowledge.
Morgan found it hard to understand what was going on as his senses were dulled by the influence of alcohol. His mind went back and forth between being confused and being completely baffled.
He managed to ask a question, but his words were slurred and his voice was full of doubt.
