Samantha, who was still hiding behind the curtains, was horrified at what she was witnessing. Though she couldn't see everything clearly, she could understand all too well what was happening. Madame Cladiss felt her life in danger and immediately tried to fight back, but her strength was no match for Lord Courtney, who had been overtaken by anger. She knew that she had no chance against him and quickly ran towards the door. Just as she was about to reach it, Lord Courtney grabbed her hair and yanked her back, his hands firmly around her neck. "You don't deserve to live!" Lord Courtney hissed hatefully. "Y-you will receive the consequences of all your actions!" Madame gasped out in a broken voice, struggling to free herself from Lord Courtney's grip. Samantha wept silently, her heart aching for Madame. She wanted so desperately to step out and help her but knew that if Lord Courtney discovered her presence, it could spell disaster for them both. Not to mention the fact that she was
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