They Want Me Back When It's Too Late (Jessica and Brian) novel Chapter 187

“Your Honor, as evidenced by the exhibits we have submitted, my client has recently and frequently visited Ms. Grant and her parents‘ residence, maintaining harmonious interactions with both Ms. Grant and her family.

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“If, as Ms. Grant’s counsel claims, there has truly been an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, how could my client possibly have achieved this?”

Simon warned sternly, “Defense counsel, fabricating evidence is a serious offense and is punishable by law.”

Upon seeing the photos presented by the opposing counsel, which documented Brian’s frequent recent visits to Jessica and Grant Manor, Simon instinctively denied their authenticity.

To her surprise, the opposing counsel flashed a confident smile and handed the photos over to Jessica.

“Ms. Grant, you of all people should know whether these photos are genuine.”

“Jessi…“Simon hesitated.

Jessica let out a deep breath and softly said to Simon, “I’m sorry.”

She then lifted her head, fixing the judge with an intense gaze.

“Your Honor, I admit these photos are authentic, but they prove nothing.

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“My relationship with Brian irretrievably broke down months ago. Just because he now wants to reconcile unilaterally, must I be forced to accept it?”

Simon snapped back to attention and addressed the court. “As evidenced by our previously submitted exhibits, during the last two years of the marriage, the defendant systematically neglected, belittled, and even humiliated my client.

“His repeated rumors of affairs with other women caused severe psychological trauma. Does his recent reconciliation show really make up for all that?”

With that, Simon cast an icy professional glare at the opposing counsel.

To everyone’s surprise, the opposing counsel remained composed and immediately countered, “Your Honor, we categorically reject the plaintiff’s counsel’s claim that this is merely a performance.

“My client has always held Ms. Grant in the highest regard, and his frequent recent visits to both Ms. Grant and her parents‘ residence serve as clear evidence of this.”

Simon retorted without hesitation, “These are just photos taken from tricky angles. What do they really prove?”

He then turned to the judge and said, “Your Honor, rather than being evidence of a harmonious relationship between Mr. Atkinson and my client, these photos are actually solid proof of Mr. Atkinson’s persistent and unwelcome harassment toward her.”

As soon as those words were spoken, Brian’s lawyer immediately countered, “Your Honor, the plaintiff’s counsel’s statement is pure slander against my

client.”

Simon retorted sharply, “Brian knows better than anyone whether that’s slander.”

Brian let out a cold sneer. “You’re just an outsider. What happens between Jessi and me is none of your business.”

Simon’s gaze hardened as he prepared to retort, but the judge rapped his gavel, signaling both parties to settle down before turning to Brian.

The judge asked, “Mr. Atkinson, aside from the evidence already presented, do you have any other physical evidence to substantiate the continued harmony in your relationship with Ms. Grant?”

“Yes,” Brian responded solemnly.

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Chapter 187

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