Is there something wrong with my carolina reaper?

Hi r/HotPeppers,

I've just moved into a new house last week and the owners have left behind this Carolina Reaper plant. I have no experience with peppers however the plant did look healthy when I moved in.

I watered it once about 6 days ago and my FIL watered it again 4 days ago. It's also Summer in Australia at the moment.

Yesterday I noticed that about 3 to 4 branches have snapped and the leaves look somewhat droopy.

The top soil is dry and digging a finger in feels relatively dry.

Can I please have some assistance diagnosing the issue?

After I've settled into the house I will properly research how to take care of plants but for now I could use an extra set of experienced eyes.