Zoe clutched her phone tightly, gazing out at the white expanse beyond the floor-to-ceiling windows.

This Christmas had rushed by in a haphazard manner. From the evening of the day when everything had started, to Christopher spending a month in custody, and finally to the court's ruling a few days ago.

Now, as February came to a close, S City was entering spring, but a late cold snap had brought temperatures even lower than the depths of winter.

The snow had been falling since last night, covering the ground and trees with a thick layer.

After conveying her request concisely, she didn't rush to add more, simply waiting in silence...