Female Novel
Chapter 490
Chapter 490
Upon seeing Felix’s youthful innocence, the judge’s demeanor softened, shedding its previoussternness. “Felix, your parents are going to live separately. As their child, you must choose one of themas your guardian. Do you understand?”
“Yes, Your Honor! I want to live with Mommy!”
Before the judge could pose his intended question, Felix preemptively declared his choice.
Felix’s decision caused Bradley to rise abruptly in the courtroom, disregarding his surroundings. Hisanger was evident, and his words were threatening. “Felix, I’ll give you until three to reconsider. Thinkcarefully! Who do you want to live with?”
Jonathan closed his eyes in despair, realizing their carefully constructed plans were crashing down.With Bradley’s authoritative tone directed at Felix, it was becoming unlikely that the judge and jurorswould grant him custody.novelbin
“Mr. Warner, please try to stay calm,” Jonathan urged Bradley, regaining his composure.
Brushing off Jonathan’s hand, Bradley replied almost arrogantly, “Felix is my son. Esther must haveinfluenced him to say these things.”
“Daddy!” Felix interjected upon hearing Bradley’s accusation. “Mommy didn’t say anything. BeforeMommy left today, she told me that if the judge asked, I should choose who I want to live with. I choseMommy all by myself!”
Bradley’s gaze darkened as he looked at Esther. He had always known Esther could be malicious buthadn’t anticipated she would ruthlessly manipulate a child as young as Felix.
“Esther, have you no compassion left? Using a child as young as Felix?” Bradley’s words dripped withanger, his sinister gaze sending chills down the spines of those present.
“Daddy, Mommy didn’t use me!
“Daddy, you’re a strong man who can defend himself.
“Mommy needs a little guy like me to keep her safe.
“Daddy, even if I decide to live with Mommy, I’m still your son.
“Your Honor, please let me stay with Mommy. She’s been hurt by mean people, and it’s really sad. Iwant to grow up fast and take care of her!
“Your Honor, I’m finished speaking!”
The judge nodded and softly said, “Thank you for cooperating, Felix.”
“No need to thank me! Goodbye, everyone.”
Felix waved at the camera with an adorable charm. His cuteness warmed the judge’s typically reserveddemeanor, making him seem more humane.
The courtroom buzzed with restlessness as soon as Felix ended the video call. In contrast to Esther’scomposed confidence, Bradley and his legal team seemed visibly pressured.
The judge asked, “Is there any more evidence from both sides?”
Jonathan reluctantly rose for a final attempt.
“Your Honor and jurors, I present an evaluation report by a psychologist on Ms. Quill’s mental state. Myclient believes Felix should grow up in a nurturing environment, and Ms. Quill’s mental health isn’tsuitable for his upbringing. I earnestly ask that Your Honor make the right. decision for custody.”