Buying Love Teaser

A few moments later, a court officer walked in, demanding we all stand for the judge. An older woman came in, sitting down and scowling at my ex-husband. “Be seated,” she barked. “I’m Judge Jane Ryker. We’re here to discuss the dissolution of marriage between Riley James Biers and Isabella Marie Swan-Biers. According the paperwork I’ve received, you have not been granted a divorce since there is an ongoing dispute regarding spousal support?”

“Correct, your honor,” Jenks replied. “I’m Jay Jenks, representing Ms. Swan.”

“What is the issue?” Judge Ryker asked. “Mr. Biers signed a prenuptial agreement. The amount should have been determined with the agreement.”

“According to the agreement, there is an infidelity clause. Mr. Biers broke that clause when he admittedly slept with an astounding sixty female partners and ten male partners,” Jenks explained.

“Ms. Swan has had her own share of affairs, too,” Riley’s attorney said, standing up. “Kate Denali, attorney for Mr. Biers.”

“What is your proof of Riley’s claim that Bella has been unfaithful to him?” Jenks asked. “I have irrefutable proof that it was solely Riley that was unfaithful. Doctor’s bills, medical testing and a public health official who contacted Isabella about Riley’s infection.”

“We have pictures of Bella with her new boyfriend,” Kate said, producing a few photos from her file.

“Stop,” Judge Ryker spat. “Ms. Swan and Mr. Biers are legally separated. While they are still legally married, no infidelity has taken place. I’m familiar with your case and your behavior is deplorable, Mr. Biers. I’m hereby granting the dissolution of marriage to the both of you and you will not receive the monetary amount you have requested, Mr. Biers. You slept around with many men and women, breaking the infidelity clause as noted on the prenuptial agreement. In fact, you will pay for the all of the attorney fees accrued during the length of this ordeal, all of Ms. Swan’s medical bills and monthly stipend of $2000 for no longer than ten years for your actions.”

“Your honor!” Kate barked.

“I’ve made my ruling,” Judge Ryker barked back. She signed the paperwork with a flourish, handing the file to her assistant. “I wish you the best Ms. Swan. Mr. Biers? You have to change your behaviors. Hopefully, this will do just that.” She stood up and left the courtroom.