Isabelle’s heart leapt with a mixture of relief and apprehension as she recognized the man who had just entered the room. It was her husband, James Laurent, a well-respected attorney known for his unwavering dedication to justice and his family. His presence felt like a lifeline thrown in turbulent waters.
James quickly assessed the situation. Isabelle, visibly distressed, was clutching her belly, her face a canvas of pain and fear. The officers, caught in an awkward position, seemed unsure of how to proceed now that he was here. And Nurse Brenda, who had been so dismissive just moments ago, stood with a haughty expression that faltered upon meeting James’s steely gaze.
