Chapter 283

The stifling darkness of the basement caused Clara to lose her composure after just three hours. "Let me out… Let me out!" Clara pounded desperately on the basement door. However, not a sound could penetrate the thick walls. After a while, the basement door creaked open, and Clara saw a ray of light streaming in. Before she could rejoice, she caught sight of Belle. Belle, who was already on the brink of mental collapse from days of torment, recoiled in fear at the sight of the pitch-black room. "No, please… I don't want to!" Belle exclaimed as she backed away in horror. Despite her protests, she was mercilessly pushed inside. "Ah!" Clara was startled when she sensed Belle squirming toward her. Fear was etched on Clara's face. She exclaimed, "What do you think you're doing? I'm carrying Sergio's child! You can't treat me like this!" Before Clara could finish speaking, Sergio walked in. Upon seeing him, Clara felt a surge of relief, as if she had found her guardian. She immedia