She Chose Him Now She Wants Me Back novel Chapter 159

her lips trembling as she struggled to speak.

Her lawyer rushed to respond. “I have already explained that my client was unaware of Mr. Fleming’s injuries at the time. This misunderstanding can be acknowledged and forgiven. My client sincerely asks for forgiveness and hopes Mr. Fleming will give the matter careful consideration.”

Lydia glanced at Dominic. When she saw his expression remain unmoved, she continued, “My client clearly informed Ms. Sinclair of the injury, yet she chose not to believe him and instead trusted outsiders.

“Anyone in my client’s position would have felt deeply hurt. Trust is essential to marriage. It is the very foundation of its existence. Since trust has been lost on both sides, divorce is the best course of action.”

“No, no…” Isabella shook her head in anguish. Memories of that day flooded back, and she wished she could slap herself.

After that, Dominic and Isabella fell silent while the lawyers continued their arguments.

The judge adjusted his glasses and took notes from time to time.

When the debate concluded, the judge closed his notebook and tapped the gavel. “Marriage is not a game, especially when a child is involved. I advise both parties to calm down, think carefully, and consider all possible consequences before making a

final decision.

“Every marriage faces setbacks. This court also hopes both parties will communicate and try to understand each other. We will recess for 30 minutes to allow time for mediation.”

At those words, Dominic frowned.

The judge’s tone made his position clear. He did not support the divorce.

The judge then stood, gave Isabella a subtle nod, and left the bench.

Isabella ignored the mediator and hurried to Dominic. Her eyes were red as she spoke through the pain. “Honey, I don’t want a divorce. We’ve loved each other for so long. How did things end up like this?”

“That’s something you should ask yourself,” Dominic replied with a sneer. “You had a good life, yet you still chased after that damn brother. Day after day, it was Alex this and Alex that. Was it really that entertaining?”

Tears streamed down Isabella’s face. Now, every mention of Alexander filled her with disgust and regret. Her body shook as she pleaded, “Honey, please don’t say any more. I’m begging you.”

Dominic drew a deep breath. “I stand by what I said. What’s done is done. Regret won’t change anything.”

Isabella sobbed, shaking, from head to toe. “Honey, we won’t divorce. Absolutely not.”

Dominic let out a cold snort. “We’ll see.”

Meanwhile, the judge picked up his phone and noticed a missed call. His eyes widened when he saw the number. He returned the call at once and spoke with deference. “Mr. Woods.”

The details of the conversation were unclear, but the judge nodded repeatedly. “All right. I understand. Thank you for your guidance, Mr. Woods.”

After he hung up, he wiped the cold sweat from his forehead. This time, the Sinclairs of Eastmere State would not escape

unscathed.

Before long, the trial resumed. Isabella sat quietly in her seat, her tears wiped away as she waited for the verdict.

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The judge tapped the gavel and spoke without preamble. His expression was impassive. “Based on the evidence presented, this court finds that the defendant violated the duty of marital fidelity. The court hereby issues its judgment and grants the divorce between Dominic Fleming and Isabella Sinclair.”

Isabella’s fingers trembled as the bottle of water on the table slipped from her grasp and crashed to the floor. She rose instinctively, her face empty and unfocused, as if trapped in a daze.

Dominic had won, yet no smile touched his face. Relief crossed his features, mixed with a pain he could not put into words.

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