Chapter 11

• As Anita's open palm connected with Daniel's face, the room fell into a stunned silence. The impact of her slap seemed to jolt Daniel out of his anger, his eyes widening with a mixture of surprise and regret. He brought his hand to his cheek, feeling the sting of her action, both physically and emotionally.
• Anita stood tall, her chest rising and falling with a mix of adrenaline and defiance. She held her ground, her eyes fixed on Daniel, waiting for him to respond. The weight of her action hung heavy in the air, the silence echoing with the potential for change.
• After a moment that felt like an eternity, Daniel's expression softened, and a flicker of remorse danced in his eyes. His voice, no longer filled with anger, carried a hint of vulnerability as he spoke.