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By this point, the presenters had grown bolder, and they resumed their mockery of me.
"A despised homewrecker actually believes she's worthy and deserves payment? You must be obsessed with money!"
"Indeed. Everything you consume, don and utilize comes from Ms. Davis' partner. What grounds do you have to ask for compensation?"
"Regarding the wound on your face, it's a token bestowed by Ms. Davis. You ought to be grateful for receiving a mark that signifies your position!"
"We're certain Ms. Davis' boyfriend funded those garments you're wearing. We're merciful enough to allow you some self-respect, otherwise we'd leave you bare!"
They took turns hurling insults at me. They tormented me while priding themselves on their perceived fairness, convinced they had shown me mercy. Meanwhile, I, the injured party, was expected to appreciate their supposed kindness.
I could no longer contain the fury bubbling within me, and the throbbing pain on my face only intensified my anger.