Carissa's heart leaped into her throat.Barrett lunged forward, only to be kicked in the knee by Violet, who snapped, "Don't provoke her!"As Barrett dropped to one knee, Violet pressed his head down, then shouted at Amelia, "He's kneeling! He's begging for your forgiveness! If you have anything to say, just let it out—scream at him if you want!""It's useless!" Amelia wailed, tears streaming down her face as she continued her lament. "It's pointless. They'll still kick me out. I have nowhere to go, and I have no money left. All my dowry items and jewelry have been sold off. If they get my husband to divorce me, I'll starve to death. It's better to die now!""Don't be so foolish! Think of your children!" Carissa shot Violet a look, signaling for her to keep Barrett quiet. "You said they hit you—why did they do that? Tell me, and I'll help you!"As Carissa spoke, she subtly took a step forward. At the current pace, if she flew over, it wouldn't be faster than Amelia jumping down. I
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