Chapter 15 - Emily Faces Jessica In A Tense Confrontation
Three days later, Emily unexpectedly ran into Jessica at a neutral coffee shop downtown while meeting her lawyer.
Jessica looked exhausted, her makeup smeared and her eyes red from days of constant panic and sleepless nights.
“Emily... please, you have to drop the federal charges against me; I’ll lose my entire career,” Jessica begged, blocking her path.
Emily stopped, looking at the woman she had considered a sister for over a decade with absolute coldness.
“You helped my abuser steal my inheritance and sign away my life savings, Jessica. You chose your side,” Emily said firmly.
“Brian manipulated me! He swore it was just a temporary corporate loan!” Jessica cried out, drawing stares from patrons.
“My father’s body cam captured your signature on documents dating back years before our wedding,” Emily reminded her.
Jessica slumped against a nearby table, realizing her desperate pleas were falling on completely deaf ears.
“Your federal arraignment is scheduled for Tuesday morning. I suggest you bring a very good defense attorney,” Emily advised.
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Emily walked past her former best friend, stepping out into the bright afternoon sunlight with her head held high.
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