New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 324 Stubborn Mother

Claire watched as the jury reacted to the image - some of them wincing, others nodding like they were piecing everything together.

David turned back to the jury. "And that's not all. This wasn't just a one-time thing. Lisa didn't only go after Claire. She orchestrated an attack on Abigail too. It was all connected."

"Objection!" Lisa's lawyer tried again, but he sounded less confident this time.

The judge glanced up this time, but only said, "Overruled."

David was in the zone now. "My client has gathered all the evidence."

Claire stole a glance at Lisa, whose face was now a mix of fear and anger. Her lawyer was whispering furiously in her ear, but Lisa didn't look like she was listening. She was too busy glaring at David. Claire couldn't help it - she smirked. Things were starting to fall apart for Lisa, and Claire was curious to see how this trial would unfold. She wondered if Lisa would crack under the pressure.

"Now, let's be clear," David continued, his voice lowering a little. "This wasn't just some spur-of-the-moment thing. Lisa planned these attacks. She knew what she was doing. She wanted to hurt Claire and Abigail. But, as you can see, she failed. And the evidence is right in front of you."

David paused, looking around the courtroom. "I'm not going to stand here and tell you what to think. You've seen the evidence. You've heard the facts. It's up to you to decide what happens next."

The room was silent for a moment. Even the judge seemed to be waiting to see if anyone would say something. Lisa's lawyer shuffled his papers, clearly struggling to come up with some sort of defense. But the damage was done, and everyone knew it.

One of the jury members finally raised their hand. "So, let me get this straight," they said, their voice skeptical but curious. "Lisa tried to kill Claire. Multiple times."

David nodded. "Yes."

nodding slowly. "Okay. I think I'm getting the

He must

her a reassuring smile. "We've got this," he

to be shrinking into her seat. It was almost like watching a balloon deflate, and Claire had to bite the inside of

trial wasn't over yet, but it was clear to Claire that the tide had turned in their favor. She crossed her arms, settling in her seat as David wrapped

was clearly on edge. Her lawyer leaned over, whispering something hurriedly in her ear. Whatever it was didn't seem to help. Lisa's expression grew darker

caused so much chaos, hurt so many people, and now she was finally being held accountable. David ended his presentation with a simple, "The truth is right here. Now it's

jury exchanged glances, their expressions serious but thoughtful. Claire couldn't help but feel a little thrill of excitement. Justice was finally within reach, and

glanced at the clock. "We'll take a short recess before

pure rage, but there was nothing she could do now. Claire shot her a quick smirk before heading out of the courtroom,

feeling

lift off

with thoughts of what had happened

her coffee, she could feel eyes on her. She turned, and there, striding purposefully toward her, was Lisa's mum. Her expression was hard as stone, a look of determination in her eyes as she marched right up to Claire. "Claire," she said, her voice low but

raised an eyebrow. "About what?" she asked, not particularly interested in whatever excuse Lisa's mum was

need to drop the charges. Lisa

down slowly, as if she needed a moment to fully process what she just heard. "You want me to... drop the charges?" Claire asked, tilting her head slightly. "Why would I do that?" "Because Lisa's innocent!" her mum declared, as if it was the most obvious thing in the world. "She would never hurt anyone,

Claire couldn't hold it in any longer. A burst of laughter escaped her lips, and she leaned back in her chair, laughing harder than she had in days. The sound echoed down the hallway, drawing a few curious glances. Lisa's mum blinked, clearly

know your daughter, do you?" she said, her voice filled with amusement. "I mean, seriously. Lisa wouldn't hurt anyone? That's

for her, her laughter fading into a more serious tone. She leaned in slightly, her eyes narrowing. "Yeah, you think