Chapter 297

From where Emmeline stood, she could see the sharp lines of Zavian’s jaw and the calm determination in his expression.

“But that won’t be enough.” Zavian’s voice sharpened, each word carrying an edge of steel. “We’re going to reclaim everything that was taken from her. Her rights. Her dignity. From the man who framed her for a crime she never committed.”

His gaze darkened and his next words were laced with quiet fury. “A man who, let’s be honest, is the real criminal here.”

Richard’s face turned pale. “Criminal?” he repeated, barely audible.

Zavian rested a steady hand on Emmeline’s back. All of the fear she had been clinging to seemed to vanish when he looked directly into her eyes.

“Yes, criminal,” Zavian said firmly. “Emmeline has been a victim of domestic violence, and she plans to file a lawsuit against you as well.”

He turned back to Richard, his voice steady but cold. “In fact, we’ll be heading straight from here to get a medical report doc