Chapter 4: Removed From the Room
For several seconds, nobody moved.
My cheek burned, but the pain barely registered compared to the ache inside my chest when I saw Lily covering her mouth with both hands.
My sister Rachel pulled her close, whispering comfort into her ear, but Lily kept staring at me like she had just watched her entire world crack apart.
The bailiff tried guiding Patricia backward, but she fought him every step.
“This is outrageous!” she screamed. “She provoked me! She’s been trying to destroy my son since the beginning!”
Judge Whitaker looked toward the bailiff.
“Remove Mrs. Harper from the courtroom.”
Patricia’s eyes widened instantly. “You cannot remove me. I’m a witness.”
“You are also someone who committed assault inside my courtroom,” the judge replied sharply.
Ryan finally stood up.
“Your Honor, please. My mother is under tremendous stress.”
Judge Whitaker slowly turned toward him.
“Sit down, Mr. Harper.” Continue Reading ⬇️