Natalie was surprised.

As Catherine had mentioned, it was best to see Sam one last time, on account of their marital relationship.

After all, she did fall in love with him once upon a time.

Shane didn't try to get rid of Catherine. Instead, he trailed behind her.

She was no longer a part of the Thompson family. Hence, he didn't feel comfortable ordering an outsider around.

Soon, the trial began, and Sam was brought to the stand.

Natalie was taken aback at his pale and haggard appearance filled with trepidation, similar to Susan's from before.

Sam's gaze caught Shane and Natalie, and his lips parted as if to speak before compressing into a thin line while being led to the front of the courtroom.

The court session proceeded for three hours before a sentence was passed, and Sam was given the death penalty.

Though Shane had expected that, upon hearing the verdict, still his hands trembled.

Natalie felt the tremor coursing through his body and gently covered his hands with hers. “Congratulations on one less enemy, Darling.”

his parents because Sam wasn't the only one involved.

only be achieved after she was brought to

smiled faintly. “Thank you, but

arched

you a carload of roses as a congratulatory gift. You said you would get me something too during Sam's

would remember her promise and definitely not demand to

days later.

in satisfaction.

if I had forgotten about it?” Natalie rolled her eyes and

response. “I'm fine with that. Just give me yourself. You're

“Cut it out. Sam has been led away.

the corridor that Sam disappeared in. “No need. I've

her arm around his elbow, and stood

spied a police car at a distance. Sam was getting in, escorted

on him, he turned, and

on Shane's sleeves. “He's looking at us,

returned

seconds. Shane broke eye contact first and took Natalie's hand, walking away in the

shoulder twice as she tried to keep up

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