She Was Silent Throughout Everything
Ava was confident the judge was persuaded as the trial went on that this was the ideal family for her. She still hadn’t said anything, and the judge hadn’t questioned her either. Ava did nothing but listen without speaking and periodically glanced down at her brand-new shoes. Yet, that was about to drastically alter.
Her Body Language Shifted
Ava noted that the judge’s body language had abruptly changed. Formerly open and relaxed, it was now a little bit tenser, with her facial expression matching how tense she felt. She asked Ava’s parents the following inquiry while scowling at the page in front of her.