Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 1310 Thursday's Court Session

I scrutinized Grandma Rose beside me, my skepticism clear as I asked, "Did I hear that right? He said he was going to pick up Ivanna, right?" Grandma Rose nodded. "Yes, that's right."

I felt surprised. He was going to pick up Ivanna when Anson was here? What was going on? Had Jared already passed Anson's test?

I couldn't help but gulp nervously, feeling puzzled.

When Arnold saw my perplexed expression, he approached me and asked, "Hey! What's on your mind?"

"Oh, nothing," I replied uncertainly. "I was just wondering, since Jared's picking up Ivanna so openly, could it mean..."

"Don't overthink it. Nothing can stop Jared if he wants to do something." Arnold dismissed my concerns with a glance. That was true. Jared would handle everything properly.

I turned to Arnold, regaining my focus. "Are you heading back to Gerby tomorrow?"

Arnold nodded casually. "Yeah, I'm catching an early morning flight."

"Is it for Byron's trial?" I inquired. Arnold was dealing with that since Atlas wouldn't be around.

He glanced at me and nodded. "That's right. It's next Thursday."

echoed. That

called Beatrice. She answered promptly, and

hint of surprise in her voice. "Are

in Foswood," I confirmed. I got straight

paused briefly

between us. We both understood the weight of the situation. Whether the trial happened or not, the outcome would be the same. Those three were guilty of heinous crimes, including causing the death of several

her. No matter

that Beatrice had gotten

but then she said, "He... he's been

by "he," of course.

for a moment, then said, "If

want to see him."

time, "How does he have the audacity to ask to meet me? He killed my

just let it go. I'll let you know before I come over." I

If it weren't for you, I'm sure I wouldn't have made it. Please come and be by

there with

Then I hung up.

looked at me and

have to keep my promise." I looked at Arnold and said, "This is a difficult time for her. I suppose the verdict will be announced

sighed. "I feel sorry