CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY SEVEN - The Unexpected Turn of Events

Deonna felt her heart constrict. "That's what we want too, baby. And we're going to do everything we can to make sure that happens." The morning of the court hearing dawned gray and gloomy, mirroring the mood in the Maine penthouse. Deonna stood at the bedroom window, her fingers nervously smoothing down her conservative navy suit. The weight of the day ahead pressed down on her shoulders, making each breath a conscious effort. Logan's reflection appeared behind her in the glass. "Are you ready?" he asked, his voice soft with concern. Deonna turned to face him, taking in his equally somber attire. "As ready as I'll ever be, I suppose. Where's Kayla?" "Nia just picked her up. She'll keep her distracted today while we're in court." Logan reached out, taking Deonna's hands in his. "We're going to get through this, Deonna. Together." She wanted to believe him, but doubt gnawed at her insides. The past few weeks had been a rollercoaster of emotions, with Logan caught between his loyalt