The most important step

Although Santino didn't force her into having an abortion, the doctor's prediction was, unfortunately, right. Due to the wild emotional roller coaster paired with the damage done to her body over the years, she lost the child three days after returning to the Mansion of Black. 

In the infirmary. 

Leo cautiously made his way to her. She didn't want to see anyone and would cause a scene if anyone got close to her. Seeing her so heartbroken, he blamed himself too. If only he had been more careful, perhaps that child would have had a higher chance of survival. 

"Shera…" He called softly. 

She broke down as soon as she saw him. He sat on the bed and pulled her into his arms.