The courtroom was abuzz as Day 4 of Wilson v. Karev and Stevens began. The previous day's chaos had only heightened the world's fascination with the case. Every channel and social media platform was saturated with hot takes, analyses, and conspiracy theories. The gallery was packed with reporters, fans of the surgeons involved, and legal enthusiasts eager to witness the next explosive twist in this international spectacle.

Today, the stakes felt even higher. As Annalise Keating and Connor Walsh prepared their strategies, the tension between Jo Wilson and Alex Karev was palpable. Izzie Stevens sat quietly, but her occasional glances at Alex betrayed her nervousness. No one could have predicted the mess that would unfold today.

Judge Martha Wallace banged her gavel, her frustration evident after the prior day's theatrics. "Court is now in session. Let me be clear: we will maintain order today. If I hear one outburst or see any behavior reminiscent of yesterday's debacle, there will be consequences. Understood?"

Jo and Alex both nodded reluctantly, their faces tense.

Annalise Keating's Cross-Examination

Annalise Keating strode to the center of the courtroom with her usual commanding presence. Her tone was measured but sharp. "Dr. Karev, you've testified about leaving your marriage to Dr. Wilson for what you described as 'moral obligations' to your children. Is that correct?"

Alex nodded. "Yes."

Annalise tilted her head slightly. "And yet, in your deposition, you mentioned that you were in contact with Dr. Stevens for weeks before you found out about the twins. Isn't it true that these conversations were emotional and personal in nature?"

Connor Walsh immediately objected. "Your Honor, relevance?"

Judge Wallace considered. "I'll allow it. Proceed, Ms. Keating."

Annalise turned back to Alex. "Answer the question, Dr. Karev."

Alex hesitated, shifting in his seat. "We talked about a lot of things. Catching up, mostly."

Annalise's voice grew sharper. "Catching up? Or reigniting an emotional relationship?"

Alex's face hardened. "That's not fair. I was just... I didn't know about the kids at first, okay?"

Annalise nodded, as if she'd expected the answer. "Let's talk about fairness. You left your wife, Dr. Wilson, with no warning and no explanation beyond a letter. In the months leading up to your departure, did you ever once tell her you were feeling conflicted? That you were struggling?"

Alex's voice grew defensive. "No, because I didn't want to hurt her. I was trying to figure things out."

Annalise leaned forward slightly, her eyes narrowing. "And when you couldn't figure things out, you chose to run. Just like you ran from Seattle Grace when things got hard. Just like you ran from Izzie before. Running is a pattern for you, isn't it, Dr. Karev?"

Connor shot to his feet. "Objection! Argumentative."

Judge Wallace sighed. "Sustained. Ms. Keating, move on."

The Mention of Derek Shepherd

Annalise straightened and changed her approach. "Dr. Karev, let's shift gears. You claim you left for the sake of your children. Did you ever consider how your actions might affect your colleagues at Grey Sloan Memorial?"

Alex frowned. "What does that have to do with anything?"

Annalise pressed on. "Dr. Wilson was not the only person blindsided by your departure. Your colleagues had to cover for you, didn't they? Including during surgeries you were scheduled for?"

Alex's expression darkened. "They managed. Grey Sloan's got some of the best surgeons in the world."

Annalise's voice softened, almost conversational. "Including the late Dr. Derek Shepherd, one of your mentors. Would he have approved of the way you handled this situation?"

The courtroom fell into a stunned silence. Alex's jaw tightened, his eyes blazing with anger. "Don't bring Derek into this. He has nothing to do with it."

Jo, who had been sitting quietly, suddenly stood, her voice shaking with emotion. "Don't act like you care about Derek! You've been using everyone's memory—his, Meredith's, even mine—to justify your selfish choices!"

Judge Wallace banged her gavel furiously. "Dr. Wilson, sit down! One more outburst, and you will be removed from this courtroom!"

Jo sat, but her glare at Alex was unrelenting.

The Accusation

Connor Walsh took the opportunity to regain control, standing smoothly. "Your Honor, I'd like to shift focus. The plaintiff has made sweeping allegations about my client's character, but I'd like to remind the court of Dr. Wilson's own questionable past."

Annalise shot him a warning glance. "Careful, Mr. Walsh."

Connor smirked, stepping closer to the jury. "Dr. Wilson has painted herself as the victim in this narrative, but let's not forget her history. Isn't it true, Dr. Wilson, that you were once accused of contributing to a patient's death during your surgical residency?"

Jo's face went pale, and Annalise immediately objected. "Your Honor, this is irrelevant and prejudicial."

Connor pressed on. "It speaks to her credibility, Your Honor. The jury deserves to know who the plaintiff really is."

Judge Wallace hesitated before nodding. "Overruled. Proceed carefully, Mr. Walsh."

Connor turned back to Jo. "Dr. Wilson, do you deny that you were accused of negligence in a patient's death?"

Jo's voice was tight. "The case was dismissed. I was cleared of all wrongdoing."

Connor nodded. "But it happened, didn't it? The accusation alone created tension in the hospital, didn't it?"

Jo's hands clenched the edge of the table. "That has nothing to do with this case."

Connor's voice grew sharper. "Or does it? Perhaps you're using this trial to deflect attention from your own failures."

The Explosion

Jo stood again, her voice rising. "You don't get to twist this, Connor! Alex abandoned me! He abandoned his patients, his friends—everything! I've spent my entire life fighting to prove myself, and now you're trying to tear me down just to protect him?"

Alex finally snapped. "You think you're the only one who's had it rough? You don't get it, Jo! I didn't have a choice!"

Jo whirled to face him. "You always have a choice, Alex! You just keep choosing to run!"

Judge Wallace banged her gavel, her voice booming. "Enough! Both of you! Dr. Wilson, Dr. Karev, I will not tolerate this in my courtroom!"

The Fallout

As the day ended, the courtroom was left in stunned silence. The public had witnessed raw, unfiltered emotion, and the trial had taken a darker turn with the resurfacing of painful histories and explosive accusations.

The cameras captured every moment, and the world watched as Jo and Alex left the courtroom, their faces etched with fury and heartbreak. Izzie trailed behind Alex, her hand on his arm, but her own expression betrayed the strain of the day.

Day 4 had cemented this case as one of the messiest legal battles in history, and it was clear that the drama was far from over. The stage was set for even greater revelations, and the world couldn't look away.