The room fell into a deathly silence as I calmly took out the first aid kit to tend to my wounds.
"Sarah, I've made it clear to your father, don't expect me to serve either of you anymore," I said coldly.
Sarah glanced at Joseph, who remained silent. Finally, with a resigned tone, she said, "Got it."
2
Ever since I fought back against Joseph, he and our daughter had quieted down for a few days, giving me the chance to begin planning my return to the spotlight.
In my previous life, the domestic abuse Joseph inflicted on me gained public attention not just because he was a well-known entrepreneur but also because I had made a name for myself as a pianist.
However, after marrying Joseph, I gradually withdrew from the scene and stopped participating in any performances.
And now, the internet was buzzing with news of Amanda's upcoming performances. Joseph was truly willing to spend money on her, renting out the city's largest concert hall for her first show.
Such premium resources naturally stirred jealousy among others in the industry. As I scrolled through the comments, my finger paused on one.