The court session resumed at 3:00 pm sharp.

The entire session was still being live-streamed. Everyone was now familiar with the presiding judge, the prosecutor, the plaintiff, and the defendant.

In the morning, the public gallery was packed to the brim. Now, it was just Alyssa, Jasper, and their family and friends. The quietness was chilling.

None of the other Becketts were present. Even Sophia's daughter, Betty, was too embarrassed to attend the session.

Sophia and Jeffrey walked out one after another. Their hands were cuffed. Once again, they were led to their respective seats in humiliation.

Metal railings separated Sophia and the rest of the courtroom. Her hair was in disarray. She was expressionless. She scanned the gallery with a blank look in her eyes.

She observed that only the Taylor family remained. A twisted expression took over her face, and she couldn't help herself and burst out laughing.

Steven frowned. He tapped the gavel. He coldly instructed, "Please be quiet, defendant!"

maintain his composure. His face was rigid, as

essence, he was

the plaintiff's seat. He offered gentle pats on her back in

was hard enough for her to get through the tumultuous session in the morning.

now for the

of all these. His heart ached, and he felt terrible for her. He had been preparing for this hearing day and night. He swore

strategize. Other than that, Silas had helped to turn the tide. Sophia wouldn't have confessed to

Steven now looked slightly different than when they were

Lynch brothers knew their brother, Steven, very well. Unbeknownst to the public, he was someone who paid attention to his image. He was severely short-sighted. So,

moments of

The room was silent.

his hands. He read it out in a clear and strong voice, "I hereby announce the

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255