Chapter 20 - The Final Settlement Shakes The Entire Financial World
Three weeks later, the courtroom gallery was packed to capacity as the judge prepared to deliver the final verdict.
Marcus sat alone in the back row, looking broken and hollowed out by the relentless tide of scandal and betrayal.
Vittorio sat in the front row with little Elsie resting peacefully on his lap, wearing her favorite princess dress.
“The court hereby terminates all parental rights of Marcus and Helena Sterling, granting sole legal guardianship to Vittorio Sterling,” the judge ruled.
Gavel banged loudly, sealing the permanent custody order and ensuring Elsie would never be threatened by greed again.
Furthermore, all remaining assets belonging to Marcus and Helena were permanently seized to pay restitution to the family trust.
Vittorio stood up, holding Elsie’s hand tightly as they walked out of the courthouse into the bright afternoon sunlight.
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The empire was safe, justice had been served, and the family name was restored to its rightful honor.
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