CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THREE – I’LL SEE YOU IN COURT

Amelia countered with Deonna's position. "Your Honor, Deonna Vernetti has been Kayla's primary caregiver since birth. She has provided a consistent, nurturing environment that has allowed Kayla to thrive. While we acknowledge Mr. Maine's right to be involved in his daughter's life, we contend that disrupting Kayla's current living situation would be detrimental to her well-being." As the hearing progressed, the accusations began to fly. Logan took the stand, his testimony a mix of emotional appeals and subtle jabs at Deonna's character. "I love my daughter more than anything," he said, his voice thick with emotion. "But Deonna has consistently blocked my attempts to be more involved. It's as if she's using this custody dispute to punish me for past mistakes." Deonna's lawyer objected, but the seed had been planted. When it was Deonna's turn to testify, she fought to keep her composure. "I have never tried to keep Kayla from Logan," she insisted. "But I have had to be the responsibl