Staggering and stumbling, Shin Do-hwa dragged herself back to her residence. Blood trickled down from her head, and her entire body was covered in dust and dirt.

Entering an empty alley, she placed her hand against the wall.

Whoosh

The floor opened up, revealing a marble staircase. As she descended, she was greeted by a luxurious, spacious room adorned with a chandelier hanging from the ceiling. This windowless space was her private sanctuary.

Thud!

“...Ha…”

Collapsing into a plush sofa, she stared up at the ceiling and let out a deep sigh, then covered her face with both hands.

“This …