JASMINE'S POV
"Thank you, I confirm both parties are in the courtroom," Judge Watkins continued. "I want to be clear that the court is not here today to decide the outcome of this case. The purpose of this hearing is to address the terms of the requested divorce as well as to ensure the best interests of the child."
There was a moment of silence as the judge My heart was hammering in my chest as I processed and anticipated how the proceeding would go.
"Council for the petitioner, what are you requesting today?" he askedmine and Keith's lawyers.
