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In a subsequent media reaction, Comey expressed bewilderment at how a simple beach walk led to political firestorms. He emphasized his innocence in the matter, stating, “It never occurred to me that it was any kind of controversial thing.” His defense focused on the randomness of the shell arrangement, a seemingly innocent encounter turned scandalous. Comey recounted the conversation with his wife, illustrating their confusion over the alleged meaning behind the numbers.