Backed into a corner, they had no choice but to sever all ties with Mindy in a desperate attempt to preserve what remained of their reputation. If they didn't act swiftly, they risked being completely devoured by their competitors, and even by the Arnaults themselves. In the end, the Arnault family emerged with significant gains, carving out a large portion of the Pinaults' influence and assets as a reward for exposing the truth.
And worst of all, Mindy was left completely alone to fend for herself. With the crimes piling up against her, she was thrust into the spotlight as headlines exposed one scandal after another. She couldn't even step outside her residence without being egged by angry passersby, and crowds of protestors gathered daily, demanding justice, some even calling for her execution under Parisian law.
