My Husband Wants Me Dead novel (Esther and Bradley)

Chapter 490

Upon seeing Felix’s youthful innocence, the judge’s demeanor softened, shedding its previous sternness. “Felix, your parents are going to live separately. As their child, you must choose one of them as 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. His anger was evident, and his words were threatening. “Felix, I’ll give you until three to reconsider. Think carefully! 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 jurors would grant him custody.

“Mr. Warner, please try to stay calm,” Jonathan urged Bradley, regaining his composure.

hand, Bradley replied almost arrogantly, “Felix is my son. Esther must have

Bradley’s accusation. “Mommy didn’t say anything. Before Mommy left today, she told me that if

always known Esther could be malicious but hadn’t anticipated she would ruthlessly manipulate a

have you no compassion left? Using a child as young as Felix?” Bradley’s words dripped with anger,

Mommy didn’t use me!

man who

guy like me

decide to live

me stay with Mommy. She’s been hurt by mean people, and it’s really

I’m finished speaking!”

judge nodded and softly said, “Thank you for

need to thank me! Goodbye,