Chapter 10 - VICTORIA'S DESPERATE COUNTERATTACK
Locked inside a federal holding facility in downtown Manhattan, Victoria refused to accept the reality of her total collapse. Using her one permitted phone call, she contacted a shady, unsavory defense attorney known for handling high-society corruption cases.
"I want you to dig up every piece of dirt you can find on that maid, Claire, and discredit her character in court," Victoria demanded. The lawyer sighed on the other end of the line, warning her that attacking a protected whistle-blower would worsen her prison sentence.
"I don't care about the consequences! Destroy her reputation or find another attorney who will do what I say!" Victoria shrieked. Unbeknownst to her, prison guards monitored all outgoing legal calls, instantly flagging her threats for the federal prosecutor's review.
The prosecutor added witness intimidation and conspiracy to tamper with a federal witness to Victoria's growing list of felony charges. Ethan received the secure briefing on his tablet while reviewing architectural blueprints in his private estate office.
"She is still trying to lash out from behind bars, thinking money and intimidation can solve her problems," Ethan remarked with disgust. His chief of security stepped forward, offering to increase Claire's personal protection detail around the clock without hesitation.
"Ensure she is completely safe, both here at the mansion and during her classes at university," Ethan instructed firmly. Claire was currently studying business management part-time, working hard to build an independent, honest future for herself.
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The contrast between Victoria's dark, lonely holding cell and Claire's bright, promising academic journey highlighted the triumph of character. Justice was methodical, relentless, and absolute in its execution across the American legal landscape.
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