Chapter 326 Self-incrimination

Ella

The golden chandeliers of the courtroom seemed to dim as Judge Milton beckoned Mr. Westbrook and me to his private chambers.

The anticipation was suffocating, every step echoing with a gravity that felt overwhelming. The grandeur of the courtroom gave way to the more intimate confines of Judge Milton’s chambers a room steeped in history, with dark wooden panels, shelves lined with leather- bound books, and a magnificent mahogany desk that seemed to have seen centuries of justice dispensed from behind it.

As the door closed behind us, Westbrook wasted no time. “She’s a filthy little liar, Your Honor!” he spat, pointing an accusing finger in my direction. The venom in his voice sent a shiver down my spine, but I wasn’t going to let him see that.

Judge Milton, always the embodiment of authority, didn’t look up from his desk. “You will refrain from making personal attacks in my chambers,” he said calmly, though the warning was unmistakable.

Gathering my composure, I met Westbrook’s fiery gaze. “Your Honor,” I began, “I’ve only presented the evidence as I found it.”

Judge Milton finally looked up, locking eyes with me. “Miss Morgan, your evidence, while unexpected, is legally admissible. Officer Daniels’ track record will need to be looked into. But as it stands, you have provided this court with solid evidence that cannot be ignored.”

Westbrook’s face turned a dangerous shade of crimson. “This is preposterous!” he shouted, slamming his fist on the desk.

The judge, however, didn’t flinch. “That’s enough, Mr. Westbrook. The facts speak for themselves. This conversation is over.” With a gesture towards the door, he made it clear we were both dismissed.

As we walked out of the chambers, I could feel Westbrook’s rage emanating from him. The air in the corridor was cooler than inside the chamber, but the atmosphere was thick with tension.

he hissed, so close that I could see the veins pulsating on his temple. “Playing the damsel

back, refusing to let him intimidate

who decided to play in a

hang in the air between us. “Or, better yet,” he sneered, “get the hell

threat, plain and simple. The corridor felt smaller, the weight of his words pressing against me. But I wasn’t about to be pushed around. Holding my chin up

them,” I replied defiantly. “I’ll be

Then, with a mocking laugh, he walked away, his footsteps echoing in the silent

larger battle, one that would test my resolve and my

off the recorder in my pocket, I whirled

occasional cough or shuffle of feet. The grandiose room, with

with a subdued light as I made my way back to my seat. Logan gave me a supportive squeeze on the shoulder, the silent reassurance

could settle in, Judge Milton’s voice echoed, cutting through the hum. “Miss Morgan,

my mind, but it was time to unveil the final trump card

voice surprisingly steady. “Before we proceed, there’s something you need to know.” I hesitated for a beat, gathering my

snapped. “More of her theatrics,

recorded our conversation.” With a flourish, I pulled out my recorder, pressing

Westbrook’s voice, the words chillingly clear. “…get the hell out of town. Or I might just have

sickly shade of pale, his earlier bravado replaced by dawning horror. Judge Milton’s

approached, his heavy footsteps resonating with authority. “Your Honor,” Westbrook spluttered, a hint of desperation in his tone, “this

not only have you been accused of evidence tampering, but now you’re threatening an opposing lawyer within the confines of my courtroom. This case is over.” His voice rose with vehemence, echoing around the courtroom.

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