Chapter 15 - The Final Sentences Handed Down
“Julian Mercer, for the crimes of aggravated bank fraud, identity theft, domestic assault, and conspiracy, I sentence you to twenty-eight years in federal prison,” the judge declared.
“Teresa Mercer, for your role as the primary architect of this grand larceny scheme, I sentence you to thirty-two years without parole.”
“Richard Mercer and Serena Mercer are hereby sentenced to twelve years each for active co-conspiracy and tax evasion.”
Teresa collapsed onto the table, weeping hysterically as federal marshals pulled her up and led her out through the back security doors.
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Julian looked back at me one last time, his eyes filled with profound, pathetic regret as he was dragged away in heavy iron chains.
I stood up from the witness stand, smoothing down my blazer, and walked out of the courtroom into the bright afternoon sunlight, completely victorious.
