ARIA’S POVTony's face twists with fury as the judge reads the verdict. I watch him, unmoved. He stands up abruptly, ignoring his lawyer’s attempt to calm him, and yells across the courtroom.“You think this is over, Aria? I won’t let you off this easily!”His voice echoes, drawing gasps from the crowd. The judge’s gavel slams down, sharp and final, and Tony is immediately slapped with another contempt of court charge.Tony grimaces with hate and fury, but I really don’t care about him. He deserves punishment for the wrong he has done and I am not intimidated by him.I keep my face composed, but inwardly, I feel a sense of grim satisfaction. Tony had always thought he could walk all over people and charm his way out of trouble. Definitely not this time.As the court clears, Tony is dragged away. I gather my things, preparing to leave, when I feel someone moving towards me. I turn and see Adam. He calls out, his eyes pleading as he rushes to catch up.“Aria, wait!”The courtroom had been
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