Ms. Preston went on, "It is no secret, Your Honor, that Mrs. Victoria Blackwood is still trying to arrange a marriage for her son, Lucas, to various women. So, I must ask: Wouldn't Mila be unsafe in such a family environment? It is only a matter of time before she gets a stepmother. And we all know the old saying— 'with a stepmother, even a biological father can become a stranger.' This is not just an empty proverb. How can we guarantee that Mila will never face such danger again? How can we trust that her best interests will be protected in this household?"
Ms. Preston's words painted a vivid picture of uncertainty and risk. The judge's brow furrowed as she read the medical records and notes. For a moment, the courtroom felt as if it were holding its breath. Victoria's heart pounded in her chest, and Lucas sat rigid, his fists clenched under the table.
