บท 31: For Jolene

Jolene clenched her fists, her anger ready to explode as she contemplated teaching the wicked woman a lesson.

However, a searing pain in her stomach reminded her that this was not the right moment for violence. Instead, she let out a grunt, knowing she couldn't act while in such pain.

Her groans drew Madam Yu's attention, and the wicked stepmother turned back to investigate the source of the noise. "And you, what's wrong with you? Can't you keep your mouth shut?"

Just as Jolene was about to retort, weakness washed over her, and she collapsed into her bodyguard's arms.

"Miss Jolene?" The bodyguard called out, his brows furrowing in concern as he shook the young woman. "What's happening?"

Madam Yu, curious about the situation, approached the duo. She peered down at Jolene, convinced that this was another one of her acts. "Wake up, you fool, and stop your pretense."