Frederic spent a long time reading Joey's post, where she detailed her mother's irresponsibility toward their family and the extent of harm inflicted on her father and herself.
The post quelled the criticisms of her being unfilial, but it redirected public scorn toward her mother, Nancy.
More gossip about Nancy was revealed.
The exposure of Nancy's chaotic personal life was meant to defend Joey and her father, yet it was secondary damage for Joey.
Frederic was uncertain about Joey's current state, how she might react to these comments, and whether they might trigger her condition.
He worried if she could withstand the immense pain brought by the discussions.
After much deliberation, he called Gerard.
The phone rang for a while before Gerard picked up, unleashing a tirade of insults.
