“Save your remarks for the record, Mr.

Mitchell,” Marcus said, his voice level and dry.

Daniel gave a short, quiet laugh and turned to his attorney.

He clearly thought we were sitting outside Room 3B to negotiate a routine temporary property split and set a mediation date.

Once the bailiff unlocked the heavy courtroom doors, Arthur Hayes pulled out a wooden chair at the opposing table.

“My client is prepared to offer reasonable temporary spousal support,” Hayes announced as he set his briefcase on the table.

“Provided Mrs.