Addicted to You

"I'm Stuck with U..."

I sat in the courtroom, Timothée's hand clasped tightly in mine, as we faced David and Katie across the aisle. The air was thick with tension as the judge entered and took his seat.

"This court is now in session," the judge declared. "The case before us today is David and Katie versus Leia and Timothée, regarding custody of the minor child, Atticus."

David's lawyer stood up, a stern expression on his face. "Your Honor, my clients were intended to be the foster parents of Atticus, but Leia and Timothée backed out of the agreement at the last minute, leaving my clients emotionally invested and financially prepared to care for the child."

I felt Timothée's hand tighten around mine as I stood up, my lawyer by my side. "Your Honor, we never intended to cause any harm. We simply realized that we were ready to be parents and provide a loving home for Atticus ourselves."

The judge looked at us sternly. "And why should I trust that you are capable of providing a stable home for Atticus, when you have already shown a willingness to change your minds?"

I took a deep breath and spoke from my heart. "Your Honor, we were young and unsure when we agreed to the foster care arrangement. But as we prepared to welcome Atticus into our lives, we realized that we couldn't bear to part with him. We are willing to do whatever it takes to provide a loving and stable home for our child."

Timothée added, "We understand that David and Katie were invested in caring for Atticus, but we can't imagine our lives without him now. We're willing to work with them to ensure a smooth transition, but we can't give up our rights as parents."

The judge nodded thoughtfully and turned to David and Katie. "And what do you propose should happen to Atticus?"

David spoke up, his voice laced with emotion. "We want to provide a home for Atticus, as originally intended. We've grown to love him and can't imagine our lives without him either."

The judge sighed and rubbed his temples. "I have heard enough. I will review the case files again and make my decision. Court adjourned."

I looked back at our parents. My mom was holding Atticus as I smiled at him. We were fighting our hardest for him.

As the judge adjourned the court, I couldn't help but look back at Atticus, who was sitting in his carrier, looking adorable in his little onesie. My heart swelled with love and emotion as I gazed at him, feeling a deep bond that only a mother could understand.

I smiled, and Timothée, sensing my emotions, squeezed my hand reassuringly. I knew he felt the same way - we were in this together, as a family.

I glanced over at Katie and David, who were also smiling at Atticus, but his gaze was fixed on us. He seemed to sense our love and connection, and his little eyes locked onto us as if to say, "I know you're my parents, and I'm yours."

I felt a surge of determination and protectiveness towards my child. I knew that I had made the right decision in keeping him, and I was willing to fight for my right to be his mother.

The judge's voice broke through my thoughts, "Leia and Timothée, I'd like to see you both in my chambers for a moment."

I felt a flutter in my chest as I stood up, Timothée by my side. We exchanged a nervous glance, wondering what this could mean.

As we followed the judge into his chambers, I couldn't help but think about all the possible outcomes. Was he going to rule in our favor? Or was he going to grant Katie and David custody of Atticus?

The judge closed the door behind us and gestured for us to take a seat. "I've reviewed your case, and I must say, I'm impressed by your love and dedication to Atticus."