From morning till night, Ye Qing didn't dare to drink more than a sip of water, saving time on bathroom breaks. It was after eleven at night when she finally finished the work beside her.
Once she completed the work of one person's share, the female boss would take it away, covering the amount for several people. By the time meals were served, those who finished earlier could rest. A group of them watched Ye Qing working one by one and left gradually, leaving Ye Qing alone to toil away. The guards knew what was going on in cases like this, and they weren't surprised, not bothering her at all.
If you're bullied, it shows you lack capability. As long as no one complains, they don't interfere much, as long as it doesn't lead to death.
Ye Qing, exhausted, returned to her dorm already starving. She hadn't eaten since noon and evening, with the guards making no exceptions to save food for her.
