The courtroom was charged with tension as Day 3 of the international televised trial, Wilson v. Karev and Stevens, began. The gallery was fuller than ever, buzzing with anticipation. Media outlets and viewers worldwide tuned in to witness what had already been dubbed the "messiest day" in this legal showdown.

Jo Wilson sat at the plaintiff's table, her eyes steely with determination. Across the courtroom, Alex Karev fidgeted nervously, while Izzie Stevens sat poised, her expression unreadable. Their attorneys, Annalise Keating for Jo and Connor Walsh for Alex and Izzie, were visibly bracing for the day's proceedings.

Judge Martha Wallace banged her gavel. "Court is now in session. Let's keep today orderly and professional. Ms. Keating, you may call your next witness."

Annalise stood, her commanding presence silencing the courtroom. "Your Honor, I would like to call Dr. Alex Karev to the stand."

Alex glanced at Connor, who gave him a reassuring nod. He stood slowly, adjusting his suit jacket, and made his way to the witness stand. The atmosphere was electric as he took the oath and sat down, his posture stiff.

Keating's Direct Examination

Annalise approached Alex, her voice calm but laced with underlying steel. "Dr. Karev, let's start with the basics. How long were you married to Dr. Jo Wilson?"

Alex cleared his throat. "About three years."

"And in that time, would you say you were committed to your marriage?" Annalise asked, her eyes narrowing slightly.

Alex hesitated. "I thought I was."

"You thought you were?" Annalise echoed, stepping closer. "Is that why you left her without a word, with nothing but a letter?"

Alex winced. "I... I didn't know how to tell her."

Annalise pressed, her tone sharpening. "So you thought the best way to end a marriage was through a letter? No conversations, no warnings—just a letter? Was that your definition of commitment?"

Connor Walsh stood abruptly. "Objection, Your Honor. Argumentative."

Judge Wallace nodded. "Sustained. Ms. Keating, rephrase."

Annalise smirked slightly, unfazed. "Dr. Karev, what was your reasoning for leaving in such a manner?"

Alex shifted uncomfortably. "I found out I had kids. Twins. Izzie's kids. I felt like I needed to be there for them."

Annalise tilted her head. "And you couldn't do that while maintaining a conversation with your wife?"

Alex's voice grew defensive. "It wasn't that simple."

"Not simple," Annalise repeated, pacing slowly. "You didn't just leave your wife, Dr. Karev. You left your job, your friends, your responsibilities. Was that not simple enough for you either?"

Alex clenched his jaw, his frustration mounting. "I did what I thought was right."

"Right for you, or right for them?" Annalise shot back.

The Breaking Point

Jo Wilson, unable to hold back any longer, stood from her seat, her voice shaking with emotion. "You didn't think about what was right for me, Alex! You didn't think about anyone but yourself!"

The courtroom erupted into murmurs, and Judge Wallace banged her gavel. "Dr. Wilson, sit down, or I will hold you in contempt."

Jo glared at Alex as she sank back into her chair. Her voice was still audible. "He abandoned me, and now he wants to act like it was noble."

Alex turned in the witness stand, his face red. "I didn't abandon you, Jo! I left because I had to!"

"You had to?" Jo shot back, her voice rising. "You chose to, Alex. Don't pretend this was about anything but running away, just like you've always done!"

"Order!" Judge Wallace demanded. "Both of you, enough!"

But Jo wasn't finished. "You didn't just leave me, Alex. You left us! Everything we built together! And for what? For her?" She pointed at Izzie, who looked startled but quickly regained her composure.

Izzie Defends Alex

Izzie Stevens stood suddenly, her voice calm but firm. "That's enough, Jo."

The courtroom fell silent. All eyes turned to Izzie as she stepped forward slightly, her expression resolute. "You don't know what it's like to wake up one day and realize you're a parent. Alex didn't leave to hurt you. He left because he found out he had children who needed him."

Jo's eyes flashed with anger. "And what about me? I needed him too! He didn't just hurt me—he destroyed my life!"

Izzie crossed her arms, her voice unwavering. "I'm not saying he handled it perfectly, but don't act like you're the only one who's ever been hurt, Jo. Alex made a choice, and it was for his family."

Jo stood again, her voice shaking. "You don't get to lecture me about family, Izzie. You disappeared years ago. You didn't even tell him about those kids until it suited you!"

Connor Walsh interjected. "Your Honor, I move to strike this entire exchange as irrelevant."

Judge Wallace sighed heavily. "Agreed. The jury will disregard the last few statements. Dr. Wilson, Dr. Stevens, take your seats. This is not a soap opera."

Keating Regains Control

Annalise Keating stepped back in, her voice cutting through the tension like a knife. "Dr. Karev, let's get back to the facts. You claim you left to be with your children. But isn't it true that you and Dr. Stevens had been in contact for months before you left?"

Alex stiffened. "We talked a few times."

"A few times?" Annalise produced phone records. "These logs show dozens of calls and text messages between you and Dr. Stevens in the weeks leading up to your departure. Would you care to explain that?"

Alex's voice grew defensive again. "We were catching up."

"Catching up?" Annalise's tone was razor-sharp. "Or planning your exit?"

Connor stood. "Objection! Speculative."

Judge Wallace waved her hand. "Sustained. Move on, Ms. Keating."

Annalise nodded, her eyes never leaving Alex. "Dr. Karev, do you regret how you handled your departure?"

Alex hesitated, his voice softening. "Yes. I regret hurting Jo. But I don't regret being there for my kids."

The Courtroom Chaos

As Annalise ended her questioning, the tension in the courtroom was palpable. Jo stared at Alex, her eyes filled with a mix of hurt and fury. Izzie avoided Jo's gaze, focusing instead on Alex, who looked visibly shaken.

The day had devolved into chaos, with emotions running high and alliances becoming clearer. The gallery buzzed as Judge Wallace dismissed the court for the day, warning everyone to return with cooler heads.

As the cameras panned out, capturing the fallout of the day's proceedings, it was clear that this was no longer just a trial. It was a battlefield of broken relationships, raw emotions, and competing versions of the truth.

Day 3 had lived up to its promise of being the messiest day yet. But with weeks of testimony still ahead, the worst—or perhaps the most revealing—was yet to come.