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.

off Jonathan’s hand, Bradley replied almost arrogantly, “Felix is my son.

that if the judge asked, I should choose who I want

gaze darkened as he looked at Esther. He had always known Esther could be

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

Mommy didn’t

you’re a strong man who

like me

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

and it’s really sad.

I’m

nodded and softly said, “Thank you

need to thank me! Goodbye, everyone.”