Chapter 174 I’ll Help You Protect Her

"I never said that, Your Honor! Please don't listen to him!" Ava shouted in desperation.

The judge's gaze fell upon Ava, his scrutiny piercing. "So, are you resolved to fight Ms. Chloe for her late mother's legacy? From what I understand, you and Chloe are half-sisters sharing the same father. Since these assets were bequeathed by Chloe's biological mother, you have no entitlement to lay claim to them."

The judge's words cut through the air, leaving Ava pale and flustered. She struggled to explain, "That's not what I meant... I merely wanted to speak on behalf of my father."

"You'll have your chance to speak, but for now, please remain quiet," the judge instructed firmly.

Turning his attention to Benjamin, the judge asked, "Defendant, it's your turn to speak. State your demands."

"I seek to reclaim a portion of these assets, as they are jointly owned by my wife and me," Benjamin stated, sensing a glimmer of hope as he noticed the judge's contemplative expression.

Thankfully, he h