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CHAPTER FIFTY SIX

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Lucy had fought Stanley bitterly concerning the issue of taking Elizabeth custody but Stanley was bent on having his daughter back no matter what Lucy had said to him. Lucy informed his family on the matter and despite all meetings held on him, he refused to agree.

They had made Elizabeth understand the situation that was ongoing. The little girl already knew the details of her pregnancy and the circumstances that had led to her being placed in Liam and Asher's care after everything that happened.

Despite the love she has for Stanley and his family, she has made it clear that she wishes to stay with Liam and Lucy but Stanley refuses to respect the child's decision.

As Elizabeth's custody issue dragged on, it became clear to Stanley that he was fighting a losing battle. Lucy was not interested in fighting for custody, and Elizabeth herself had made her decision clear.

Frustrated, Stanley consulted with his lawyer and made the decision to file a lawsuit against Lucy and Liam.

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