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As the storm of Timothy's words subsided, Bella's fragile composure crumbled, and she succumbed to a torrent of tears. Jason's strong arms enveloped her, a shelter from the tempest that had erupted. He whispered soft assurances, his voice a gentle breeze that soothed her ravaged soul.

"How could he, Jason? How could Evan's father be so cruel?" Bella's voice trembled, her body shaking with each sob.

Jason's hold tightened, his fingers tracing gentle patterns on her back. "We won't let him win, Bella. We'll fight this together. You're not alone."

Bella's tears slowed, her anguish giving way to determination. "We have to fight, Jason. We can't let them take my baby."

Jason's eyes blazed with resolve. "We'll do whatever it takes, Bella. We'll face this together, and we'll emerge victorious."

As the tears dried on Bella's cheeks, a fierce determination burned within her. She pulled back from Jason's embrace, her eyes flashing with a newfound strength.

Ella stood up, her eyes blazing with a
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