Chapter 14 - Corporate Assets Frozen In Seconds
Across town at the federal courthouse, Judge Harrison reviewed the emergency asset freeze requests filed by the Vance legal team.
The prosecutor presented airtight evidence of wire fraud, tax evasion, money laundering, and corporate espionage orchestrated by Adrian.
“Given the overwhelming risk of flight and the gravity of white-collar crimes, all remaining personal assets are permanently frozen,” the judge ruled.
Adrian sat at the defense table in a standard orange jumpsuit, looking hollow, defeated, and decades older than his actual age.
“My lawyers made a mistake... I need to speak with my financial advisor!” Adrian stammered, grabbing the microphone frantically.
“Your financial advisor is currently cooperating with federal prosecutors in Geneva, Mr. Cole,” the judge replied without sympathy.
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“Bail is denied. You will remain remanded in maximum-security custody until your trial date next month,” the judge commanded firmly.
The heavy gavel slammed down with a resounding crack, sealing the fate of a man who thought his wealth made him untouchable.
