In fact, Scarlett Xavier was very lively in the past. She would be mischievous and cause trouble.
Until later, when her mother left, she made a mistake, and there was no one at home to protect her anymore. Even if she made a small mistake, like breaking a bowl, her father would hit her. A casual slap was nothing unusual.
During exams, even if she just got one question wrong, she'd be beaten.
Her father's strictness was almost perverse.
Even years after her father's departure, he remains a shadow in her heart. She still often repeats those nightmares of being beaten.
In the dreams, she's still the weak and helpless girl who can't resist...
Hidden in the darkness, unable to see any light.
...
"Scarlett Xavier!" She was awakened by Julian Rhodes calling her.
Opening her eyes, she saw his handsome, gentle, and reassuring face right in front of her.
He's a doctor, the kind that has a non-threatening appearance that makes people feel at ease.
