One minute passed, then another.After repeating the process ten times in a row, Roxane finally found herself obedient to Dexie's instructions. Are you awake?"A crisp voice, accompanied by a grim reaper's smile, echoed in Roxane's ears, sending shivers down her spine and rendering her speechless with fear."Are you awake?!" Dexie's voice grew louder as she forcefully pulled Roxane's hair, enthralling her enough to meet her gaze."I'm awake," Roxane whimpered.Slap!Another slap landed on Roxane's face, leaving her stunned."What are you crying about? Did your father die?" Dexie taunted, instilling fear in Roxane, who trembled but dared not make a sound."Roxane, if you can't handle it, don't push yourself. Assess the situation carefully. Don't act like a fool in front of me," Dexie admonished, her actions resembling those of Cinderella's evil stepsister. With a last pat on Roxane's cheek, she let go of her hair, causing her to
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