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Fifty seven

CHAPTER 57

"I will like to call on the victim, Freya Standford", my attorney says.

It is the fifth day of Baxter's trial. I am sitting next to Andre whose arm is around my shoulder. Before I stand up, he gives my hand me a soft squeeze. I walk slowly to the stand and take the oath.

"Can you please tell us what happened between you and Baxter and why you think he is responsible for your accident?"

My eyes interlock with that of Baxter's, his face is void of emotions. I feel pity for him but I don't know what he feels towards me and towards everything. I try to read his expression all to no avail. Is it remorse? Or more hatred?

"Baxter abused me physically and sexually", I gulp, unable to express my self. I didn't see myself telling the world what Baxter did to me but here I am.

"Why?"

"Because he was believed that I was cheating on him."

"Did you cheat on him?"

"No, I did not. It was just a misunderstanding."

"What makes you thi
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