5 Kirsten didn't expect Duncan to recognize this bracelet . She was caught in a maelstrom of emotions . Just as she was about to speak , Alayna cut her off . " Kirsten , you took my bracelet without asking me ! Why did you do that ? " With that , Alayna dashed over to snatch the bracelet . Her sharp nails left a few bloody scratches on the back of Kirsten's hand . Kirsten groaned in pain and tried to yank her hand back , but Alayna saw her chance to create some drama and fell backward . Duncan's face darkened . He instinctively pulled Alayna into his arms and shot Kirsten a fierce stare . " So , that's the truth . You really had me going there for a second . " You stole Alayna's bracelet , and when you got caught , you lashed out at Alayna . Kirsten , you truly disgust me ! " He didn't give Kirsten a chance to explain and took Alayna's words at face value . Kirsten felt a chill run through her . She raised her wounded hand , her voice filled with undisguised despair and pain . " Since you remember this bracelet , how come you never saw Alayna wear it after you regained your sight ? That's because she didn't even know this bracelet existed , and she's not the you believed to be . " Before Kirsten could finish her sentences , her father slapped her . She blacked out and lost her balance , falling onto the champagne tower . An avalanche of cups crashed down on her at the same time , soaking her entirely . person Then , Kirsten fell hard to the ground , covered in bruises and blood , tears streaming down her face from the pain . Violet walked up to Kirsten with a stern face , poured the red wine right onto her face as she spoke in a cold , harsh voice . " Annie didn't wear the bracelet because it was broken and sent for repair . The butler only got it back today , and you put it on while we weren't home , even trying to keep it for yourself ? " ( 一 ) 09:49 0.8 % < 5 Donald chimed in . Menu " We've always tolerated your mischiefs at home , but today , on your sister's birthday , you pulled this stunt and embarrassed our whole family ! That bracelet is your grandma's favorite , and she left it to Annie . How could it ever be yours ? " They instantly made Duncan believe their version of the truth . He calmed down Alayna and wiped the tears off her face . Then he walked over to Kirsten , squatted down , and lifted her wounded wrist . After removing the bracelet , he carefully wiped the bloodstains away with a handkerchief and gently put it on Alayna's wrist . " Annie , this bracelet carries not only your grandma's love for you but also the memories of our five years together . I won't let anyone defile it . " He said it firmly , then looked at Donald , his tone harsh . " Mr. Wilkinson , she stole from the family and acted out of line . Shouldn't she be disciplined under the family code ? " Donald nodded , immediately ordered the servant to fetch a whip , and took it himself . " Under the family code , Kirsten must receive fifty whips for her wrongdoings ! I've failed as a parent and spoiled everyone's mood . Today , I'll punish this unscrupulous girl publicly to set things right ! " As he spoke , he brandished his whip and swung it down . With a whoosh , the whip landed on Kirsten's back , leaving gashes as she trembled all over . A piercing scream echoed through the hall . Blood gushed out and dyed her dress red . Kirsten was in so much pain that her mind went blank , and painful moans escaped her throat . " I didn't steal anything . That bracelet ... It was mine ... My grandma gave it to me ! " Duncan watched her writhing in the pool of blood without a trace of sympathy . Instead , he covered Alayna's eyes and led her out . Kirsten watched them walk away and closed her eyes . With blood and tears on her lips , she bit down hard and forced herself not to make a sound . After the punishment , Donald and Violet didn't even look at her and left . 09:49 0.8 % < 5 404 One after another , the guests and staff sneered and walked away , no one sparing her a single glance . Kirsten lay on the cold floor , covered in gashes , and the lights were out . There was nothing left but darkness , completely engulfing her . Menu < 6 240 Menu