Requiem of a Broken Heart

Chapter 403:

The insults and anger quickly turned on Elsa, with some even throwing wine at her.

“Elsa, be careful!” Rachel shouted, trying to pull her away.

But in an instant, the attacks redirected, now targeting Rachel instead. She managed to dodge the spilled wine, but then, a large cup of steaming hot water was hurled straight at her chest.

Hot water splashed over Rachel’s dress, soaking it instantly. The burning sensation was so intense that she couldn’t even cry out. Her skin felt as though flames had licked over it, and even breathing became a struggle.

She remained frozen in place, her feet heavy as stone, unable to take a single step.

The room filled with mocking laughter.

“It’s just a little hot water—why is she acting so dramatic?”

“She’s always picking on Tracy, but now she can’t handle a bit of hot water herself?”

know how it feels to be on the receiving

amused grins, two women raised their cups again,

next took

warning, Brian seized Rachel’s wrist and yanked her aside. The scalding water splashed onto the floor, sending up wisps of steam. Maybe the shock numbed her, or perhaps she simply forgot to react. Rachel stood frozen, her expression blank, as if her mind had completely

why didn’t you

sharply, nearly a

what might’ve happened. Didn’t she care about her own safety—her skin,

something!” Brian pressed, frustration

on her skin

Rachel raise her head, her fists tightening. “Move? Do you

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one being hurt,

she turned on her heel

crowd wasn’t done

few people stepped into Rachel’s path, their voices sharp. “You still owe Tracy

mention of her name, Tracy, still sitting on the floor, let out a faint, pitiful moan.