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

” she said into the microphone, “because no one should make life-changing decisions in a moment of fear, exhaustion, or isolation. Families need care, not pressure. Mothers need dignity, not paperwork shoved into their weakest hour. And children deserve adults who protect more than assets.”

The audience applauded.

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