Chapter: 1489
She tugged Roseanne closer, forcing her to witness their pitiful state.
"It's not as frightening once you stand up to them. Be strong, Roseanne; don't be afraid!"
Taking a deep breath, Roseanne stared at the trio whose hideously diabolic faces had haunted her dreams. Now, seeing them defeated, she felt a surge of happiness.
"Are you still frightened?" Norah inquired.
Roseanne timidly nodded. Overcoming years of trauma wasn't simple.
Suddenly, Norah slapped Zendaya sharply.
The sound startled Roseanne.
Zendaya shot her a venomous glare. “Roseanne, I won't let you off..."
Before she could finish, Roseanne's slap silenced her. Zendaya's curse earned her another firm slap.
Norah watched, satisfied. Roseanne was learning to defend herself.
Finally, Roseanne smiled broadly, standing over the groaning Zendaya.
“No matter how powerful the Miller family is, the Frazier family isn't weak. I'm not afraid of you, Zendaya!"
Her newfound confidence shocked Zendaya and the others, who had never seen such resolve in Roseanne.
"Let's go."
With Roseanne's confidence restored, Norah patted her shoulder and led the way. They wouldn't let scoundrels spoil their day.
Roseanne nodded, lifted the soiled teddy bear, and walked out, head high.
Norah glanced at the teddy bear and remarked, “This one's dirty. I'll buy you a new one."
Seeing Roseanne's attachment to the bear, Norah was happy to replace it.
Roseanne hugged the teddy bear tightly. “No, this was a gift from you. I want to keep it."
It wasn't just a toy; it represented the courage her cousin had given her.
Seeing this, Norah didn't push further. Roseanne was an adult, and she respected her decision.
They spent the day exploring the campus. As they were about to leave, Roseanne brought up Zendaya and the others again.
"The Miller family is powerful, Norah. Zendaya and her family won't let me or the Frazier family off easily."
They sat on a bench by the lake, the gentle breeze rippling across the water. Roseanne lowered her head, absently kicking at the grass.