Wednesday morning arrived with a weight Aria had been dreading since the trial began.
Today, she would take the stand.
She woke early, before the alarm, because her mind was already racing through everything Jennifer had coached her on. Answer clearly, don't volunteer extra information, look at the jury, and stay calm.
Beside her, Damien was already awake, watching her.
"Couldn't sleep either?" he asked quietly.
"Too nervous," Aria admitted. "What if I mess up? What if I say something wrong?"
"You won't," Damien said firmly. He pulled her close, his hand resting protectively on her small bump. "You're going to walk in there, tell the truth, and show that jury exactly who Victoria Mitchell really is."
"I hope so," Aria whispered.
"I know so," Damien corrected.
They got ready in sil
