Seeing him after more than a week, Esme couldn't control her emotions. Her eyes filled with tears. She wished she could rush over to him and hug him.
Silas's condition wasn't different from hers. His steps came to a halt, his eyes locking with hers. Seeing Esme's tear-streaked face struck him with a deep sense of guilt and sorrow. He was tormented by the thought of not being there for her during childbirth. He was remorseful for not being able to protect her from heartbreak.
As he looked at her teary eyes, his insides were torn apart. Unable to control his emotions, he took a step toward her.
However, the officer tugged at his arm and stopped him. He guided him to the front of the courtroom. Silas's eyes remained fixed on Esme as he was led to his designated chair, his steps slow and heavy.
