As soon as I walked in, I saw Nicholas, who was supposed to be sick, drinking and smiling with people around him. And standing next to him was Abigail, whom I hadn’t seen in a long time.
When he saw me, Nicholas’s eyes showed panic, then he quickly walked toward me.
“Lily, don’t misunderstand. The hotel’s medical staff just gave me the medicine.”
“I made you worry. I promise I won’t do it again … ”
Before he could finish, I threw the medicine bottle in my hand straight into the trash can. Without further ado, I took out the blank divorce agreement I had brought and handed it to him.
“It’s fine. The property manager just said the owner’s signature is needed for the air conditioner cleaning.”
Nicholas looked confused for a moment, but still signed it without reading.
After he signed, I turned and walked away with the divorce agreement.
Abigail spoke to me in a calm voice, “Lily, it’s been a long time.”
“Don’t leave so quickly. You probably don’t know yet. Today is the celebration banquet for the company’s listing. You came at the right time, so please stay and celebrate with us.”
“After all, this company is Aunt Winona’s years of hard work.”
I stopped for a moment when she mentioned the company. This was the last thing my mother left me before she passed away. If the accident five years ago hadn’t happened, I would have to be the one hosting this party ...
A sharp pain suddenly hit my chest and a waiter led me to a seat in the center of the front row.
Soon, the celebration started. Abigail, dressed in a luxurious gown, walked onto the stage slowly with Nicholas beside her. She picked up the microphone.
“Let’s warmly celebrate the successful listing of Lovett Group. Now, please enjoy our company’s tenth-anniversary video.”
As soon as she finished speaking, my loud scream echoed through the entire hall.
The large screen around the venue started playing a video. It showed several rough hands grabbing my skin and my body was covered with bruises.
The man’s face in the video was blurred, but my bare skin and the blood were clearly shown. Anyone watching would think I was some kind of ‘slut’.
At that moment, the nightmare I had buried in my memory came back with full force. My whole body trembled as I sat frozen. Suddenly, a crowd of reporters came running in with their cameras. Countless flashes shone straight at my face.