Because to make room for Mandy and her son,
He orchestrated the destruction of my dignity, had me violated, stripped me of my ability to bear children,
and ensured I would forever be the target of public scorn.
So, who was he putting on this performance for now?
Swallowing the bile rising in my throat, I whispered,
"Sean, I’m feeling tired. Take me back to the hospital."
Sean hesitated for a moment before nodding. His eyes were red as he lifted me into his arms.
But as soon as we stepped out of the company doors, a swarm of reporters descended upon us.
Microphones were shoved in my face.
"Mrs. Hoffman, the video of your assault has been circulating online. Do you have anything to say?"
"Mrs. Hoffman, we heard that due to trauma, your baby died in the womb. As a mother, do you think this was avoidable?"
"Mrs. Hoffman, will this incident affect your marriage with Mr. Hoffman? And now that you can no longer conceive, how do you plan to face the future?"
Flashes went off in every direction, the blinding lights making me tremble violently.
Seeing this, Sean immediately removed his suit jacket, wrapping it around me and shielding me from the cameras.