Chapter 18 - THE COURTHOUSE CONFRONTATION
The day of the trial arrived with a media circus that rivaled historical federal proceedings outside the courthouse.
Protesters held signs demanding maximum sentences for Evelyn and Jessica, chanting justice slogans in the crisp air.
Chloe walked up the stone steps flanked by security, her head held high and her gaze fixed straight ahead.
As she entered the courtroom, she caught a fleeting glimpse of Evelyn sitting at the defense table in shackles.
Evelyn’s eyes narrowed into venomous slits, her face twisted in a mask of bitter, unadulterated hatred.
Chloe did not cower or look away; she stared right back with absolute, unyielding calm and authority.
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Judge Henderson entered the room, banging his gavel to initiate the trial that would decide their ultimate fate.
"The State vs. Evelyn Miller and Jessica Miller is now officially in session," the bailiff announced loudly.
