What was even more frightening than being instantly decapitated was to have ones head held under a guillotine, not knowing when the de would fall. It was the faint glimmer of hope that the de might not fall in the end that stoked ones deepest fears.


    The more she thought about it, the more afraid she became. She didnt even notice the cold sweat drenching her back. She anxiously stood up and withdrew her trembling hand from Li Xiaoxings grasp.


    The resulting confused look on Li Xiaoxings face shook her out of her daze, and she quickly added, Sorry, I need to use the washroom for a moment.


    Ignoring themotion around her and Li Xiaoxings worried shouting, Ji Xinxin lifted her skirt and rushed out of the dining room. She headed to an open ce and took a deep breath to soothe her anxiety.


    Calm down, calm down


    How could I possibly calm down?!


    Ji Xinxin mmed the metal board beside her to vent her emotions. Her movement was so forceful that her p