PART 3 The courthouse smelled like wet coats, old paper, and coffee that had been burned for too many hours.

trust.”

Vivian whispered something harsh under her breath.

Judge Pike glanced toward her.

“Mrs. Calloway’s mother-in-law will remain silent or leave.”

Vivian straightened.

Savannah almost smiled.

Almost.

Martin Hale placed a document on the table.

“We also have concerns about Mrs. Calloway’s capacity to make major financial decisions in the immediate postpartum continue reading …