The Grand Entrance of Jack

Chapter 146

The upcoming custody hearing approached like a storm cloud, threatening to let go of months of pent-up emotions in Jack.

And now the day for the hearing has arrived. All this time, it was like dragging a cold dread that settled deep in Jack's gut.

It hadn't been too long, but it felt like years since he'd held his little girl, Amanda, in his arms as much as he wanted. She was still that giggling bundle of sunshine, barely taller than his knees the last time he checked.

Blade met Jack in the sitting room, where the latter waited so they could leave for court together. Soon, Blade came out and met Jack, pacing back and forth.

“Young master,” Blade said, clearing his throat and cutting through Jack's reverie. “We can get going now. Pacing won't win this case, and you know that.”

Jack forced a smile, the gesture feeling brittle on his face. “Not that. It's just… I hadn't seen Amanda in months before our most recent encounter. After I saw her the other day, I couldn't get my mind off it.