Boomerang Love

Chapter 174

Brendan lifted his head. “Are you done with your work?”

Naomi approached the bed, slipped under the covers, and rested her feet against him.

*For now. I’m currently working on an angle based on Charles‘ mental state. But I still can’t provide a definitive clinical assessment.”

After a deep sigh, Naomi continued, “I’m hoping the judge will show leniency in his judgment tomorrow and offer Charles some hope.”

Naomi, usually jovial, rarely showed her serious side. Witnessing her discuss her work with such gravity. stirred something within Brendan.

Since their marriage, they hadn’t often had such calm, open conversations.

Brendan set his book aside and asked, “Are you considering a verdict of manslaughter?”

“Manslaughter was brought up in the previous trial. The prosecution claimed it was a retaliatory action. I believe that Charles‘ mental well–being may have been compromised due to constant exposure to a stressful and unhealthy

it’s challenging to substantiate. Brendan, I’ve never had such at strong desire to help someone. I’ve never seen

Brendan neglected Naomi for over two years after their marriage, she had never felt such self

continued, “Michael and Blair mentioned that there’s a high

immediate execution.

such an extreme punishment. If

they would see things

remarked that it was uncommon for someone to exhibit such

would continue to uphold

Brendan enveloped her in his arms and planted

forehead.

efforts will surely make a difference,” he assured

so.” Naomi rested her

attend court tomorrow. Hurry and get some sleep.” With that, Brendan reached out to turn off the lights in the

before slipping

and turned in bed, unable to fall asleep Her restlessness also