Chapter 18 - Federal Marshals Arrest Victor As Public Indictments Drop
The federal courtroom was packed to capacity as Judge Harrison banged his gavel to commence the formal arraignment hearing. Victor Dane sat at the defense table in a standard orange jumpsuit, his silver hair uncombed and his arrogant demeanor entirely broken.
The federal prosecutor read thirty-four separate felony counts including corporate fraud, wire embezzlement, racketeering, and conspiracy to commit murder. Victor stared blankly at the mahogany defense table, refusing to look toward the gallery where Ethan and Lily sat hand in hand.
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The judge denied bail unconditionally, citing extreme flight risk and the overwhelming weight of the digital evidence presented by Ethan's team. Bailiffs handcuffed Victor securely and led him away through the secure back exit.
Justice had been delivered with absolute and unyielding finality.
