Chapter 16 - The Courtroom Showdown
On Wednesday morning, the Manhattan Federal Courthouse was packed with journalists for Evelyn's bail hearing.
Evelyn sat at the defense table in orange prison attire, looking frail and dramatically reduced without her luxury wardrobe.
"My client suffers from severe medical conditions and poses no flight risk," her defense attorney argued passionately.
Chloe stood up from the gallery, handing a fresh piece of evidence to the federal prosecutor.
"Your Honor, the prosecution submits records showing Mrs. Vance purchased a private jet ticket to Dubai yesterday," the prosecutor stated.
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The judge slammed his gavel down with loud finality. "Bail is denied. The defendant will remain in federal custody."
Evelyn let out a frantic scream, collapsing into her attorney's arms as guards moved in.
