OCTAVIA POV

I stand tall, my eyes fixed on the defendant's table as I clutch Eren's hand tightly.

We're finally here, in the courtroom, ready to face the man responsible for Eren's mental condition. Doctor Eric.

Eren is seated next to me, his faced etched with confusion and discomfort.

He really does have the mind of child. I doubt he is even aware of the reason why we're here.

The courtroom is packed, with reporters and spectators eager to catch a glimpse of the high-profile case.

I glance around, taking in the solemn atmosphere. The judge's bench looms at the front of the room, with the prosecutor's table to the...