Rafa
I’ve spent the whole day with Malu, sitting at the chair by her bed. I just stepped out when her brother arrived, so they could have some privacy. I took this chance to call the office and ask for a couple of days off, so I could take care of her, and they gave me right away. I transferred my ongoing cases to Leo and to another lawyer at my firm, who were willing to take them.
A light knock on the door drives me back from my thoughts. The door opens and I feel the contents of my stomach returning to my throat when I see the judge, a man who’s harmed her so badly, looking into the room.
He gives me a serious look, but then his eyes turn to the bed where Malu is lying down. I watch his reactions without taking my eyes from his face. When he sees her, his face shows surprise, incredul
