Karen didn’t move.
Years of exhaustion, disappointment, and heartbreak were visible in her face. The courtroom could see it too.
Judge Alan Whitmore folded his hands and watched silently.
« Ryan, » Karen said, her voice shaking, « do you know how many times I’ve stood in court because of you? »
Ryan rolled his eyes.
« Here we go. »
« No, » she replied. « You’re going to listen. »
The sharpness in her voice stunned everyone.