The alcohol stung Sophia’s eyes, making it impossible for her to open them.

She didn’t have time to react before a slap landed hard across her face, knocking her off balance and sending her crashing to the floor.

“What are you all standing around for? Hit her!”

The woman swung her bag at Sophia’s head, and suddenly, her friends joined in, all attacking her at once.

Sophia was in shock. She tried to protect her head while shouting, ...