Deirdre was rendered speechless, a mix of amusement and anger filling her. Tears welled up in her eyes as she stared at Brendan, blurting out, "So, am I a heartless woman? Emily wants me to get rid of the child before she saves Joseph's legs. What choice do I have!?

"Brendan, you wield power and status. You can look down on others and mock them anytime, anywhere. Have you ever considered their pain? Do you think I willingly want to abort this child? I have no ability to resist! I'm being forced to abort the child to save Joseph!"

Her tears streamed down her face, and Brendan stood there, stunned, his brows furrowing as he tried to regain his composure.

"What are you saying?" he finally managed to ask.

Deirdre knew he would react this way. "Believe it or not, it doesn't matter. I am determined to go through with this abortion, and no one can stop me!"

Deirdre struggled against his grip. "Let me go!"

Brendan snapped back to reality, his eyes filled with sternness. "So, according to