Benjamin's POV
The courthouse steps felt longer than they should have. Evelyn walked beside me, her hand tight in mine, her face pale but determined.
Vincent and Grace followed behind us, along with Mirabel and Sylvia. Our whole unlikely family, united against Richard.
Inside, Assistant DA Lisa Park met us in the hallway. "Everyone ready?"
We all nodded.
"Good. Remember what we talked about. Answer honestly, do not elaborate unless asked, and do not let Richard's lawyer bait you into anger."
"What about Richard?" Evelyn asked. "Will he be there?"
"Yes. He has the right to be present at the preliminary hearing. But he will not be able to speak directly to you."
Evelyn nodded, but I felt her hand shake in mine.
We walked into the courtroom. It was smaller than I expected, with woode
