2018 (17):
Esme was doing 3 different projects at once for Marvel, her cameo for Black Panther, her film as the White Force, and her role in Infinity War and since she is still a minor (literally the only minor in the MCU), she wasn't on set a whole lot and the Russos decided to film as much as they could before her trial of her parents. They were actually fighting to get Esme back since she became famous for her roles in acting. She didn't remember what they looked like and she didn't really care. Sat next to her dad and their lawyer, Phil Lawson as she looked across the room to the man and woman who claim to be her parents. As Esme was playing with the promise ring on her hand from Justin when Robert looked over and said,
"Baby Girl, we got this. we have enough evidence to keep you here with me." He kissed her head as the plaintiff called out,
"All Rise!" The jury, gallery and the 2 sides stood up as Judge Ramsey walked up to his desk and said,
"We are here today about the custody of Miss Esme Downey, who is under the care of Mr. Robert Downey Junior." We are going to get through the opening arguments and witnesses then we will go into recess because Mr. and Miss Downey have work commitments. Now, Mr. Lawson, Begin." Phil stood up and unbuttoned his suit as he spoke.
"Robert Downey Junior has been the adoptive father of Esme since 2003. He has cared and loved for this young woman since she was 2 years old. Her birth parents, John and Mary Nakamura were the ones who left Esme in an alley in California when she was 2 years old, not even potty trained. When Robert fought for Esme, they gave up all parental rights to Robert so he and his wife, Susan can adopt her. The minute she started acting and becoming famous for her roles in John Wick and as a superhero in the MCU, they have been wanting her back not as a daughter but for money. I have seen what they are like and if I have any say in this, I firmly believe that Esme would be in better hands of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Downey Junior." The Nakamura's lawyer then stood up and said,
"The kid should be with her birth parents and not in the public light, making millions on such a meaningless job. She was taken from her birth parents at such a young age that she doesn't know what is right and wrong. She never had a choice on whether or not she wanted to be adopted or if she wanted to be back home with her parents. Nothing was a choice to her but she was forced to live with an ex convict. A man who went to prison for narcotics, he has been seen drunk and high more times than we seen him sober." He turned and looked out to the jury. "And you want to let this child, who has her whole life ahead of her live with the man who would most likely relapse?" Esme could feel the tears pool. Yes, her father made mistakes but he cleaned up as soon as he found Esme and fought for her. She didn't want her mom and dad to give up custody of her, especially in the middle of filming for White Force and Infinity War.
"Miss Downey, please step up to the witnesses stand." Judge Ramsey said, and Esme did so. When she got there, she sworn on the Bible and sat down as Phil said,
"Please state your name for public record."
"Esme Juneau Downey."
"And who are your parents?"
"Robert Downey Junior and Susan Downey."
"Can you recall anything leading up to your adoption case, Miss Downey?"
"I was about 2 years old. I don't remember exactly why I was left in that alley but I remember Robert walking up to me and sitting with me. Then he brought me home to sleep and took me to the police asking if there was a way to take me in. They said no and so he fought for me in court." Esme said, not looking at her birth parents.
"And can you tell the jury what a day in the life living with Mr. Downey?"
"My dad always made sure we were all ready for the day before he even got ready. He made sure we were fed, dressed and groomed before my mom even came down the stairs to make coffee. He made sure homework was done and always found time to be with us even if he was working on many projects. He was the one who told me I can do whatever I want if I put my mind to it. He helped me get a jump start in my dreams in the acting world even though I was perfectly okay with just being a stunt woman."
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FanfictionEsme had been found in an alley by an actor who should have been dead due to his addictions, but when Robert Downey Jr. found her, he was determined to get cleaned up and adopt little Esme. Throughout the years, they deal with the ups and downs of b...
