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In a world where misconceptions about emotional abusive relationships are rampant, understanding and empathy are desperately needed. Many survivors face damaging questions like "Why didn’t you just leave?" suffer in silence due to widespread ignorance about the nature of abuse.

Matt Freeman thought he had it all when he met Emily—a captivating woman who seemed to be the answer to his every prayer. Their whirlwind romance swept him off his feet, filling his life with joy, excitement, and the promise of a future he'd always dreamed of. But as the days turn into months, the cracks in their perfect world begin to show. Emily's charm gives way to a darker side, and Matt finds himself trapped in a web of manipulation, fear, and emotional torment.

We’ve all heard this phrase countless times, echoing in courtroom dramas and blockbuster films. It's a solemn promise, a cornerstone of justice. Yet, for those who have faced the harsh realities of divorce, financial disputes, child custody battles, and other court proceedings, the notion of truth in the legal system often seems like a cruel joke. The author grew up believing that the law was fair, that justice was a clear line between right and wrong, upheld by judges, courts, and the police. His first family court hearing shattered that illusion.