Chapter 22 - MANHATTAN FEDERAL COURT
While Clara flew toward Aspen, back in New York, Julian's legal team attempted a frantic, last-minute appeal in Lower Manhattan.
His expensive defense attorney stood before the judge, arguing that Julian's rights had been violated during the initial penthouse lockdown.
"Your Honor, my client was illegally detained by private security guards before any law enforcement arrived!" the attorney shouted dramatically.
The judge looked over his spectacles with absolute disgust, tapping his pen against the bench.
"Counselor, your client was caught on high-definition lobby cameras physically shoving a pregnant woman," the judge stated coldly.
"Furthermore, federal audits have uncovered that your client stole millions from charitable foundations," the judge added.
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"Motion for bail is denied," the judge declared, slamming his gavel down with a loud, resounding thud.
Julian was led back to his cold holding cell, realizing that no amount of money or legal tricks could ever save him now.
