Bella did not ask Rachel any questions, not wanting to add any pressure to her.

"I... I just didn't expect that you would treat me... So kindly..." Rachel's eyes were swollen from crying, her voice choked with emotion. "I know... You're doing this because... I'm a witness who can testify against Charles... But... Still... Thank you... For respecting me."

Rachel's tear-streaked face and her jumbled words made Bella and Justin feel suffocated, as if they were being strangled.

lan frowned, trying to calm himself before managing to control his rising anger.

At seventeen, Rachel was already physically and emotionally traumatized, and she might never fully heal from it.

lan thought, 'It's all Charles' fault! If he doesn't go to hell, who will?'

you well and respect you just because you're a witness.

with tears. "Tragedy brought us together. But please believe me, I will

by Bella's words, Rachel's crying gradually subsided. She took a few sips of

no turning

affect your life and your mother's life. So, if you feel reluctant, or if it's just an impulsive decision,

do you know who gave me the courage to stand up and face all of this?" Rachel said.

eyes widened slightly, her

ever. It was

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