LoVe Found

Chapter 6

Rating: PG 13

A/N: No beta for this chapter either. The custody case will take place in this chapter. I know nothing regarding law so please excuse me if I get something wrong.

Disclaimer: I only own Rianna and Jeff Grander. Everything else belongs to Mr. Rob Thomas.

Luckily for Veronica and Logan Mr. Grander seemed to think that they had a pretty good chance of winning the custody battle against the Kane family. They had a court date scheduled for January twenty eighth which was only about two weeks away. Logan and Veronica both felt a lot better when they left the attorney's office. I was just after five thirty when the couple arrived at the apartment to pick up Rianna. Keith was playing peek a boo with her and both seemed to enjoy it very much. When Keith noticed his daughter and Logan he looked up at them seriously. " Well what did Mr. Grander say?"

"He thinks we have a really good shot of winning. Especially with Duncan's letters. But of course the Kane's are going to try to use Logan's background against us," Veronica answered.

"There are some skeletons in the Kane's closet as well," Keith stated.

"We know, plus we have Duncan's letters so Mr. Grander truly believes we can win this case," Logan told Keith.

Well it's a school night and I have tons of homework so I guess we should take Rianna and go home," Veronica told her dad.

"Ok sweetie have a good night."

Logan picked up Rianna's car seat and diaper bag. "Goodbye Mr. Mars."

"Bye Logan."

Back at the Grand Logan and Veronica changed Rianna into a sleeper and prepared her a bottle. Once she had finished the bottle and been burped Logan put her into her baby swing. After a couple hours of homework they finally finished it. They put the baby in her crib and left the bedroom. Logan and Veronica sat down on the couch and decided to order a movie on Pay Per View. Finally settling on Borat Veronica leans back against the couch feeling the exhaustion overwhelm her. The next thing she knows she is waking up early the next morning wrapped in Logan's arms. She realizes that she has never been happier than she is right now. She feels Logan's lips brush against hers and things start to get more passionate but Rianna starts crying in the bedroom. Logan starts to get up to get her but Veronica stops him. "I'll get her why don't you go get in the shower. Maybe she will go back to sleep and I can join you," she says winking at him.

Logan looks at her and groans, "You're killing me, Mars."

Veronica laughs and goes in the bedroom to pick up the baby. Once in Veronica's arms Rianna's cries stop. Veronica rocks her for awhile while feeding her a bottle. Halfway through the bottle Veronica heard little tiny snores coming from Rianna. She places her back in the crib and quietly walks out of the bedroom. She hears the water still running in the bathroom. So she strips off her clothes and steps in behind Logan. She had no intention of making love to him yet but when she entered the shower and felt him wrap his arms around her it was like she was finally where she was meant to be. So she and Logan made love in the shower. By the time they got out it was seven o clock almost time for Mrs. Navarro to arrived. Logan dressed quickly and went into the living room while Veronica finished getting ready. By the time she had finished Mrs. Navarro was there. Veronica grabbed her bag and she and Logan left for another long day at Neptune High.

The next two weeks were much of the same. The closer it got to time for the trial the more nervous Veronica got. Finally the day arrived.

Veronica and Logan entered the court room at nine o clock that morning. The took their seats and glanced over to where the Kane's were sitting. Celeste gave them an icy glare that sent shivers down both Logan and Veronica's backs. Just then the family court judged walked in the courtroom.

"All rise for the Honorable Judge Christopher Lang."

Everyone stood as the bailiff had instructed.

"Be seated," Judge Lang instructed.

"Mrs. Kane is it true that when your daughter was found murdered both you and your husband decided to hire a Mr. Abel Koontz to say he murdered her so the focus would be off of your son?"

"Of course not," Celeste Kane said.

"Mrs. Kane you do realize you are under oath?" Mr. Grander asked.

"Yes I do and I had nothing to do with Mr. Koontz ."

"Mr. Echolls, you have quite a criminal history don't you?" The Kane's lawyer asked.

"Yes sir I do. I have made quite a few mistakes. However, since August I have been on the straight and narrow and intend to continue that way," Logan answered not batting an eye.

"And your father murdered Lily Kane, correct?"

"Yes he did, however I have no contact with him and he will never get his hands on Rianna Echolls," Logan said emphasizing the last name.

"And didn't your father also try to kill a Miss Veronica Mars? The other appointed guardian in this case.

"Yes he did, and again I have no contact with him," Logan said trying his hardest to keep his temper in check.

"Miss Mars you have known the Kane family a long time correct?" asked the Kane's lawyer.

"Yes sir. Since I was five," Veronica answered.

"You once dated Duncan Kane, is that correct Miss Mars?"

"Yes sir. I dated him my freshman and part of sophomore year as well as a few months ago."

"Miss Mars what sort of job do you currently have?"

"I work at Java The Hut as a hostess," Veronica answered although she knew the lawyer meant the PI work she did with her dad.

"Ok. How about Mars Investigations? Do you work for your father?"

"Yes Sir," Veronica answered.

After a few more witnesses Mr. Grander finally presented Duncan's letters to the judge.

The judge read the one to Logan out loud first...

Logan,

Man you have been like a brother to me man. Even when we were fighting for Veronica's love. I can't stay here. There are too many memories. I love Veronica but I know she is so deeply in love with you and I can't interfere with that. I also know how much you love her. I want you and Veronica to raise Rianna. I'm glad I got to spend Christmas with her but now it's time for me to get out of here. I want her to have the name Echolls. The paperwork is with my attorney and so is Rianna. I left a note here for Veronica as well. I need you to give it to her. I'll contact you soon bro.

Duncan

The judge then read Veronica's letter aloud...

Veronica,

I'm sorry I have to leave you this way but I can't stay in Neptune. I have left paperwork with my attorney for you and Logan to take custody of Rianna and for her to have the last name Echolls. I know you are still in love with Logan, and I want you to take care of him and Rianna. I'll contact you soon.

All my love,

Duncan

The courtroom took a half hour recess and then the judge came back with the decision.

"I hereby find that sole custody of Rianna Lilian Echolls be awarded to Logan Echolls and Veronica Mars."

TBC