Chapter 9: Introduction

Shi Xue Man gazed at her body in the mirror. The fair, flawless body she had once been proud of now had five faint, yet eye-catching, finger marks above her left breast. A few days had passed but the bruises still hadn't disappeared, causing her to believe her opponent had used substantial force.

A baleful look appeared in her eyes. She did not want to recall what happened that day,but every time she bathed she could see the finger marks on her body. It made it difficult to restrain the anger.

Luckily the marks on her neck were gone, since school was reopening today.

She dressed, the usual confidence returning to her face.

In the dining hall outside, food had already been prepared. As she entered, her grandfather gazed at her with a gentle smile. "Come, have your breakfast."