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Chapter 413
Chapter 413
Chapter 413
Chapter 413
Chuck was discharged from the hospital that afternoon.
On the other hand, Swallowston’s Criminal Affairs would also be announcing the verdict of Laurel’s case at three o’clock
In the afternoon of the same day, Adrian tonk Chuck to the hearing court. There were already many people seated inside the
courtroom.
Laurel, dressed in a prisoner’s uniform and her hair tied in a ponytail, was escorted into the courtroom by two enforcement team members. Her head was lowered and her messy hair concealed her face in a way that it could not be seen clearly.
Laurel sat down with her head lowered. The lawyers took their seats following her arrival. There was also media personnel at the some.
The judge string in the main seat announced, “After three hearings, there is a verdict in Laurel’s case today.
“The court acknowledges Laurel’s intentional fraud of Chuck Wilson’s property and money worth one hundred and seventy thousand dollars which indirectly resulted in the passing of Chuck’s mother. This act was abominable and Laurel shall be sentenced to two years of prison.
“Laurel’s actions also resulted in Cormac Cook seeking revenge against Chuck, resulting in a false charge against Chuck and implicating him in a murder case two years ago. It is found during the hearing that Laurel was aware of the situation and she was present at the scene. This act was abominable and Laurel shall be sentenced to three years of prison.
“On the other hand, the court has put into consideration that Laurel had repented and acknowledged her mistakes. In view of her good attitude, a lenient sentence will be imposed according to the rules. As stated earlier, Laurel shall be sentenced to live years of prison.
“Besides that, Laurel is in a child–rearing phase and the infant at home needs a mother. The court considered the needs of the infant and decided that Laurel’s five years imprisonment will come into effect when the child is two years old.*
A round of applause broke out on the scene as the judge’s voice faded away Laurel raised her head and said through her tears, “Thank you, Your Honor!”
After the verdict was announced, everyone stood up and left the courtroom.
Meanwhile, Laurel’s handcuffs and legcuffs were removed. A staff of Criminal Affairs said to her, “Laurel, go home and raise your child. Come here on your own accord to serve your sentence when the child is two years old.”
“Thank you!” Laurel said.
“You may leave now”
Laurel inhaled a deep breath and turned around to walk in the direction of her home. Suddenly, she noticed a few people standing by the roadside. She spotted a familiar fare–Chuck.
Chuck stood in the distance, watching her in silence. Laurel looked over and their eyes met. Their eyes locked together for a Jong time. She walked over and stopped in front of him.
Chuck simply stared at her. Then, Laurel suddenly buwed to him thrice and said, “I don’t expect you to forgive me but I’d still like to apologize. I’m sorry for putting you in trouble
“There’s a saying that everything is a blessing in disguise. I hope that you will be happy, safe, and healthy from now on.”
Upon saying that, Laurel straightened her back, turned around, and walled into the distance, Chuck watched her departing silhouette.
Unbeknown to Chuck, Adrian showed up behind him and gripped his shoulder. “All right, let’s go. Samantha is already waiting for us at the hotel”
Chuck nodded and said with a smile, “Let’s go, Adrian. We should catch up properly. It’s been years since I shared a meal with
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you.”
Upon saying that, Chuck got into Adrian’s car and they headed to the hotel.
At Eastway Hotel, Samantha had already booked a private room at the restaurant.
Joanna and she had arrived earlier. They even made arrangements to head upstairs for a karaoke session after the meal.
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