Aurelia'S POV
"You're such a monster, Aurelia." Julie raged, nostrils flaring. "It's no wonder Dad hates you."
I gasped as hot liquid trickled down my shirt, soaking it brown. I'd tried to shield my face with my arms but unfortunately got both my wrists and forehead scalded.
My wrists turned red instantly, the pain stinging even deeper.
"How dare you pick on Charlotte?" Julie yelled. By now, everyone in the café was watching us.
"Ma'am, are you okay?" A server rushed toward me, lips parted in disbelief as she stared at Julie.
I nodded, keeping my composure as I dabbed my forehead with a napkin. "Please can you get me a cup of hot water with extra sugar?"
The waitress nodded, lips pursed in pity before hurrying away.
"Have you lost your mind?" I asked, voice calm.
My calmness seeme
