Chapter 8 - The Battle for the Triplets
Three months later, the high-profile custody and fraud trial commenced at the Manhattan Supreme Court.
Ethan sat at the defense table with his lawyer, looking gaunt and desperate. He had lost his executive position, his reputation, and his financial standing. His only remaining play was to demand biological custody of the triplets to force a financial settlement from Claire.
Claire sat beside Julian and her legal team, looking stunning and regal in a tailored lavender suit.
When Ethan took the stand, his lawyer attempted to frame Claire as an unfaithful wife who had conspired with Julian from the beginning.
"Mr. Sterling," Ethan’s lawyer asked, "is it true that you walked out of the hospital because you doubted the paternity of the children?"
Ethan put on a sorrowful look. "Yes, Your Honor. I was in deep shock and grief because I suspected my wife was having an affair with Julian Vance."
Marcus Thorne, Claire’s lead attorney, stood up with a quiet smirk.
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"Your Honor, we submit into evidence certified DNA results from the hospital birth records, confirming Mr. Sterling is indeed the biological father," Marcus stated firmly. "And we also submit audio recordings from the delivery room."
👉 Read PART 9 to hear the damning audio clip played in open court!
