Aria bit her lip, feeling both distressed and helpless.

The price remained at 200,000, and faint whispers were heard around.

"Can't even afford 200,000, such a poor look."

"Poverty isn't her fault, but parading it around is just annoying."

...

Aria's face turned pale, her emotions becoming increasingly agitated.

Watching her, Isabella sighed in resignation. "Words come from others; don't mind them."

Initially, when she was mocked for being raped by a stranger, the comments were far more hurtful ...