impossible. as her attorney, i've known her for years.
he's no influence; he doesn't even live at home. no, i think frances wrote that essay with no mischief intended. it was her teacher who entered it in the competition.
of course, your honor.
hello, frances. you seem to be having quite a time of it.
frances, the doctors at meadow wood have petitioned the court for your return. your mother has asked me to intervene so you can stay here.
you realize, of course, your mother is now your legal guardian. in the eyes of the law, you no longer have any rights as an adult. you're going to have to hold your tongue and be selective about whom you mix with. that man who drove you here, for instance --
never mind. we won't have to worry about him much longer.
yes, your honor.