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.

is my son.

“Mommy didn’t say anything. Before Mommy left today, she told me that if the judge asked, I should

at Esther. He had always known Esther could be malicious but hadn’t anticipated she would ruthlessly manipulate a child as young

compassion left? Using a child as young as Felix?” Bradley’s words dripped with anger, his sinister

didn’t

you’re a strong man

little guy like me to keep her safe.

if I decide to live with Mommy, I’m still

please let me stay with Mommy. She’s been hurt by mean people, and it’s really sad. I want to grow up fast and take care of her!

Honor, I’m finished

nodded and softly said, “Thank you for cooperating,

need to thank me! Goodbye,