"Your Honor!" Jenkins' voice boomed across the hushed courtroom, commanding the attention of everyone present.
Serena's gaze snapped back to the front, her stomach twisting into knots as dread and anticipation washed over her.
Across the aisle, Alex squirmed in his seat like a caged animal and his eyes darted around frantically.
Jenkins straightened the lapels of his suit jacket before clearing his throat dramatically.
"Your Honor, I call Mr. Alex Montgomery to the stand."
A hush fell over the gallery as all eyes turned toward the man in question.
Alex rose unsteadily to his feet, his face a carefully composed mask betraying no hint of the turmoil churning beneath the surface.
He walked methodically toward the witness stand, trying in vain to give off an air of confidence while
