Chapter 24 Court-house

• The courthouse steps were swarming with reporters, their cameras flashing and microphones poised. Bethany and Mrs. Stanford approached with trepidation, their faces tense under the weight of the media frenzy. The buzz of anticipation was clear, and Bethany’s nerves were stretched out.
• Inside, the scene was no less hectic. As Bethany and Mrs. Stanford entered, they found themselves amidst a sea of journalists eager for a glimpse into the high-profile custody battle. The atmosphere was charged, and every move was being closely observed.
• Greg, who had been a more subdued presence in the past, now arrived with Michelle at his side. The two seemed unusually united, their expressions hardened and their demeanor was defensive. The sight of them together raised an unsettling feeling in Bethany, but she pushed it aside, focusing on the task at hand.