Chapter 315

“I am.” Emmeline lifted her chin. “Because that’s exactly what it was!”

Brody reached into his leather briefcase, producing a manila folder with practiced efficiency. “This medical report documents the physical assault my client endured that day. The bruising patterns are consistent with her account.”

The detective’s expression was thoughtful as he flipped through the pages. “The timing aligns with Mr. Maine’s hospital admission. This could substantiate the domestic violence claim.”

“What a convenient narrative.” Yuna’s voice sliced through the air, dripping with disdain. Her manicured nails drummed against the table as her lips curved into a cold smile that never reached her eyes.

Emmeline’s stomach clenched when Yuna’s calculating gaze bore into her. The woman’s presence seemed to drop the temperature in the room by several degrees, reminding Emmeline of a documentary she’d once watched about predators stalking their prey.

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