CHAPTER 28: Familiar Territory

Sarah

"Is it true? Are you suffering from depression?" Philip inquired, his concern palpable in his voice.

Caught off guard, I grappled with how to respond. What aspect of his question should I address first? Yes, I had battled depression, a struggle exacerbated by the profound loss of my baby—a loss for which I held the Cornell Family responsible. Yet, the medical diagnosis I received was heart failure.

"See? I told you she's unstable! Ending your relationship with Sarah was the right decision, Philip. Your presidential aspirations can't afford such complications," Madam Cornell interjected, her tone laced with disdain.

Anger trembled within me as I turned to meet Madam Cornell's gaze, then Philip's.

"Mr. Cornell, it's better to heed your mother's advice. Ms. Mitchell appears to be in an unstable state," the doctor interjected, fueling the already tense situation.

Philip's response was curt and dismissive, further igniting my resolve. "Am I asking for your opinion?" he sn