The verdict

ISABELLA.

There is nothing money can't solve. Absolutely nothing.

I smile to myself as I watch John walk into the courtroom.

Rather than just releasing a press statement, I decided it was best to get Emma out of that place as soon as possible. I wanted John all for myself, and I knew it was impossible, as long as she was still in there.

So, I made a quick call, and got him an impromptu meeting.

Of course, Kaitlyn knew better than to pass a guilty verdict, but I didn't want John to know that. It was exciting to find him preparing his speech for the judge. Given that he was informed only thirty minutes beforehand, he better have solid proof.

I had gotten Kaitlyn to post bail for Emma. An exorbitant amount I knew she wouldn't be able to afford. That way, she would have to return to me, and she would owe her freedom to me.

It was a solid plan. Why bother being the villain when you can turn the narrative by playing the role of the good guy?

I remained seated in my car, listening through th