Ashford, I’d advise you to talk with your lawyer about what this statement means for you.”

She got up, and the bailiff told the room to rise.

Spencer stayed standing after everyone else had taken their seats again.

He moved to the edge of the defendant’s table and gripped it with both hands.

His knuckles turned white.

He was staring at the covered stroller without blinking.

Patricia reached up and pulled at his sleeve.

“Spencer.