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Lauren?

She finally looks nervous.

And that’s when I know.

She’s losing more than just this round.

She’s losing control.

Chapter 42 – Kenzie

Iwasn’t supposed to be involved.

I’m just here to support Grant, to be his steady presence.

But Lauren? Lauren is desperate. And desperate people take desperate shots.

Her lawyer clears his throat.

“Your Honor, given the shifting circumstances of this case, we’d like to address a concern regarding Mr. Maddox’s new romantic relationship.”

My heart stops.

Grant goes rigid beside me.

Lauren? Lauren finally smiles.

The judge raises a brow. “Proceed.”

Lauren’s lawyer stands, buttoning his suit.

“We’d like to call Ms. Kenzie Williams to the stand.”

Grant’s jaw clenches.

My stomach drops.

Because this?

This was never part of the plan.

My heart pounds. This wasn’t supposed to happen. I was supposed to sit beside Grant, support him from the sidelines.

Not be dragged into the fire.

But Lauren? Lauren is grinning like she just played the trump card of the century.

I force my spine straight. I won’t let this woman see me sweat. I walk to the stand, settle into the chair, and place my hand on the Bible.

The bailiff recites the oath.

I barely hear it over the blood rushing in my ears.

But I say the words.

“I do.”

And just like that—

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