Shared understanding

Today was the day Roseanne had to face the court. Nicholas had ensured that they were ready for anything by hiring the best lawyer in the country. They knew the case could take a turn for the worse, but they were prepared.

“Miss Deluca,” the lawyer advised, “no matter what happens, do not let them provoke you. Even if they try to play on your emotions, you must remain calm. Miss Taylor might try to raise your temper to make you look unfit to be Charlotte’s mother in front of the judge.”

As the case began, tension filled the courtroom. This was a high-profile case involving two of the most powerful families in the United States. The pressure on the judiciary was immense, so a special judge had been appointed to oversee the proceedings.

The opposing lawyer began, “Your Honour, Charlotte De Luca was born to Sabrina Taylor and Nathaniel Hart five years ago. At that time, Miss Taylor was suffering from depression. She felt unable to care for her daughter and asked Mr. Hart to take full cust