What She Overheard in Her Own Marriage novel Chapter 221

"You've all reviewed the agreement. Now I want a specific, actionable plan," Finnian Sanders demanded.

Connor Yates spoke up first. "I've read it, Mr. Sanders. The drafter of this agreement is highly skilled. They wanted to protect their client's interests without overtly escalating the conflict between both parties, which leaves us with a few angles to exploit."

As Connor spoke, he distributed an annotated copy of the agreement to everyone on the screen. "Regarding the division of assets, Dr. Chavez's demands are very simple. She only wants the properties under her name and is forfeiting her claim to any other marital assets. However, the shares Dr. Chavez has held in the conglomerate over the years have appreciated significantly. If you want to use this as leverage, Mr. Sanders, we can demand a reassessment of the asset division ratio. If Dr. Chavez wants to counter this, she will have to prove that the appreciation was solely due to her individual capabilities. That alone could drag this out for a very long time."

"Besides, out of those returns, how much of it was bolstered by the resources and connections you provided as her husband?"

Hearing this, Zachary Pace immediately chimed in. "Exactly. It's a solid bargaining chip. If Dr. Chavez insists on her terms, we can demand a comprehensive audit of all assets under her name. That process will be grueling and complicated—a perfect stalling tactic."

Finnian listened with an impassive expression before nodding. "Right. Keep going."

"Dr. Chavez brought up custody and visitation rights. There is also a specific clause targeting Ms. Noelle Lawrence, demanding that you give prior notice before bringing the child around her. This is inherently debatable. The law protects parental visitation rights, but it usually doesn't place restrictions on specific individuals unless she can provide concrete evidence that this person poses a threat or harm to the child."

Connor added, "If Dr. Chavez can provide that evidence, the court might uphold the restriction. However, gathering that kind of evidence is entirely dependent on objective circumstances."

Resting on the desk, Finnian's large hand tightened imperceptibly.

Did Kaia really hate Noelle that much?

It was completely unreasonable. To bring something as trivial as a meeting into a legal battle was absurd.

"Don't get tangled up in that point," Finnian said, his displeasure evident, though he stressed, "The focus is on custody."

"Regarding custody, Dr. Chavez is pushing for primary custody, and her reasoning is solid. Conversely, your financial situation is far superior, Mr. Sanders, which gives you grounds to push for joint custody. After all, you can provide better educational resources and a higher standard of living. Furthermore, you share a deep bond with your daughter, which serves as a strong legal basis."

Finnian listened quietly, his gaze turning somber.

"Mr. Sanders, as for the procedural aspect, this agreement was drafted unilaterally by Dr. Chavez's lawyer. You have every right to propose amendments or even submit an entirely new draft. This back-and-forth can be stretched out extensively. The legal process itself is a war of attrition."

Finnian pinched the bridge of his nose. In that moment, he felt an overwhelming sense of exhaustion, even a flicker of profound annoyance.

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