Chapter 6 

Chapter 6 

Steven hesitated, his body trembling visibly. I took the opportunity to break free from his embrace and continued, “Aren’t you the one with a cleanliness obsession? How could I ever be worthy of your love? Only Lily is deserving of that.” I let out a bitter laugh.] 

“Who said you weren’t worthy?” Steven protested, but he paused for a few seconds before continuing, “What John did to you…” He didn’t finish, but anyone could understand the implication.] 

I unbuttoned my shirt and let it fall, revealing my body covered in whip marks and bruises. Instantly, Steven’s eyes widened, his face paled, and his body began to tremble.[] 

“Isabelle…” He reached out, trying to touch my skin, but I pushed him away.[] 

“Do you know?” I yelled. “This is all thanks to you! John, your most trusted confidant, Lily’s cousin–he was the one who tortured me.“] 

“Have you ever felt the sting of a whip soaked in chili water?” 

“Do you know the agony of being tied up, hands bound and throat choked?” 

“Can you even imagine the despair of not being able to decide when to die?“] 

I shouted, my voice nearing a roar with each sentence. Steven’s face turned as pale as a ghost, drained of all color, as if the life had been sucked out of him. Finally, his legs gave way, and he collapsed to the ground like a deflated balloon. 

At the same time, tears streamed from his eyes like a flood breaking through 

a 

sorry! It’s all my fault. I’m the one who hurt you…” Steven sobbed uncontrollam, rolling down his cheeks. “Isabelle, I’m 

hands. Each blow sounded heavy and dull.] 

hitting his own head with his trembling 

“Does saying sorry help now? Does guilt make anything right? It’s too late!” I shouted back. “You only ever cared about Lily, blindly listening to her. You never realized she’s a venomous snake that will consume you!“] 

I looked at Steven with disgust, not feeling an ounce of pity–only pure hatred.[] 

“Are you saying Lily was involved too? She doesn’t seem like that kind of person…” Steven stammered, clearly shocked.] 

“See? Even now, you defend her. Whether she’s involved, the police will find out. As for us? Let’s get divorced as soon as possible.” I put my clothes back on and walked away, not wanting to engage with Steven any longer.]