The penthouse looked flawless—glass staircases, crystal chandeliers, and blue city lights glowing beyond the windows.
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Chapter 10 / 15
Chapter 10: The Verdict
The jury deliberated for less than a day. The verdict was unanimous: guilty on all counts of aggravated assault and false imprisonment. As the judge read the sentence, Liam was handcuffed and led away. There was no triumphant cheering from Arthur, only a heavy sigh of relief. He wrapped his arm around Clara, who finally let go of a breath she felt she had been holding for years. The monster was caged, but the true journey was just beginning.
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