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The three women were startled, unsure whether the judge was joking or being serious. They had seen him acting domineering and vicious, but always justified. Even the skeptic baby Cade, was secretly grateful to the judge right now.
Without his intervention, given Matt Doyle's ruthless nature, who knows what would have transpired. If his manipulative plans had succeeded, it was clear what the fate of all three women would have been.
However, his sudden statement brought grave apprehension. Could it be that this seemingly just judge was in fact a lecherous man in private? At present, the situation is completely under his control. If he decided to act up, no one would be able to stop him.
Faye Owen's expression darkened slightly, she addressed Yves King, "Judge, we are all grateful that you saved us. I'm not sure about the intentions of the other two, but I can tell you explicitly that I am a married woman. I am not planning, nor will I betray my husband in any manner."