Chapter 6

"What are the odds I could get custody of Annie?" Veronica asked.

Esmond fell silent for a long time. With each second that ticked by, Veronica's heart sank further.

As she was about to become completely hopeless, Esmond said, "The law respects the child's wishes. If Annie wants to go with you, you'll have a chance to take her home with you."

Veronica finally exhaled in relief. She could teach Annie to say that she wanted to go with her.

But no matter how she thought about it, Veronica just couldn't relax. If she wanted to take Annie away, she…