(Aurora's POV)
I stood on the imposing steps of the Federal Court, arriving well before the scheduled time. The morning air was crisp, invigorating my senses as I waited. When Gavin hurried up the steps toward me, I was already composed and ready-more so than my attorney appeared to be.
"You're early," Gavin said, slightly out of breath. "Good. Shows determination."
"I've been waiting for this day for a long time," I replied, adjusting my blazer.
Gavin quickly shifted into professional mode, guiding me through security and toward the courtroom upstairs. As we walked down the corridor outside the courtroom, we came face to face with Jasper and his extensive legal team.
I stopped, removed my sunglasses, and lifted my chin slightly. I stared directly at Jasper with the appraising gaze of
