“Thank you, Miss Nimeni. The council will get back to you. I believe that Mr Hei is an adult now, but there are still the child abuse allegations to take into account. You’ll be called to testify later, considering that Mr Hei has younger siblings who are still under the custody of his parents,” the social worker stated, tapping on her tablet and not looking up towards Lila.Thumbing the hems of her black blazer, feeling uncomfortably hot underneath the extra layer in the empty conference room, Lila remained silent, staring at the lady, seeing no reason to reply to her.“That’s all I need you for today,” the lady then spoke, finally facing Lila and bringing her hand up.Lila shook her hand, replying politely,” You’re welcome,” before she stood up, walked around the other woman and left the room.She crossed the corridor to get to the bathroom, locking herself in one of the stalls. Gasping, she put down
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