As the trial loomed, the weight of anticipation and anxiety grew heavier.
Wilma dressed in her best, new clothes first thing in the morning and brought a bouquet to the cemetery.
She placed the bouquet on Mary’s grave and sat down. She placed an iPad with a picture of Mary’s smiling face in front of her.
“Your precious son and daughter-in-law are seeking justice for you today, Madam. Karma has finally gotten to Shannon.”
Wilma wiped Mary’s black-and-white photo, her eyes misting over. “The kids will visit you once the trial is over. Before that, I will stay with you and witness justice being served.”
The scent of the flowers, carried on by the wind, whispered a silent response.
…
Although a closed trial was requested for Shannon’s case, the court rejected it due to insufficient reason. The case then proceeded as a public trial.
Despite the influence of Salvador Corporation and Shannon’s celebrity status, the case had a profoundly negative impact on society and did not qualify for a closed trial. After careful consideration, the court opted for a public trial to uphold justice and preserve its reputation.
That morning, the press flocked outside the courthouse, and the journalists covered the court case live. The entire nation turned in to watch the trial.
A black sedan pulled up outside the courthouse.
Hunter, who had been missing in action, appeared in his sharp suit, and the press swarmed toward him.
“Mr. Lovett, how sure are you about winning the case for Salvador Corporation and Ms. Quarry?”
Hunter smiled cockily. “I have never lost a case before.”
“I have an obligation to fight for my clients. Today’s trial is another of Mrs. Salvador’s cases, and I will be monitoring the case throughout. I have read the files, and I am confident we will win this case.”
The reporter responded, “So you are confident that you can acquit Shannon of hiring a hitman?”
Hunter smiled pretentiously and wagged his index finger. “I need to trust my clients unconditionally before I can defend them. I do not need to get her acquitted when she committed no crime in the first place.
Another sedan pulled up next to Hunter’s ride.
The car door opened, and out walked Steven, looking handsome and calm.
“Take your time, ma’am.”
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