Chapter 1398

Bella did not ask Rachel any questions, not wanting to add any pressure to her. “I... I just didn't expect that you would treat me… So kindly…” Rachel’s eyes were swollen from crying, her voice choked with emotion. “I know... You’re doing this because... I’m a witness who can testify against Charles... But... Still… Thank you... For respecting me.” Rachel’s tear-streaked face and her jumbled words made Bella and Justin feel suffocated, as if they were being strangled. Ian frowned, trying to calm himself before managing to control his rising anger. At seventeen, Rachel was already physically and emotionally traumatized, and she might never fully heal from it. Ian thought, ‘It’s all Charles' fault! If he doesn’t go to hell, who will?’ “Rachel, we didn’t simply treat you well and respect you just because you’re a witness. Any kind-hearted girl in this world deserves to be respected.” Bella embraced the tearful girl in her arms, her own eyes welling up with tears. “Tragedy brought