Chapter 7 Repeat What You Said

Emine's grip tightened around Marianne's hand, her eyes filled with an unsettling mix of anger and fear. As Marianne felt the suffocating weight of Emine's gaze, a chilling sensation crept over her, causing her to break into a cold sweat without even realizing it. She desperately tried to find her voice, but the words seemed to be trapped, as if an invisible barrier prevented them from escaping her trembling lips.

"Repeat what you just said!" Emine's voice erupted with a force that startled the onlookers, their joyous faces now contorted with fear. The intensity of her presence made it nearly impossible to meet her gaze.

Marianne's body shook uncontrollably, rendering her unable to utter a single word. Her mouth hung open, silently attempting to form a response, but it was as if her throat had constricted, leaving her speechless and helpless.

"Are you going to repeat it?" Emine's tone softened, and the menacing aura that had enveloped her dissipated. As Marianne noticed this sudden