Chapter 17 - JusticeVictoria's trial finally began.

The evidence was overwhelming.
The jury watched the security footage.
They heard Lily's testimony.
They saw the financial records.
They examined the digitalis evidence.
And they heard Victoria's own recorded words.
The verdict came after several hours.
Guilty.
On every major count.
Lily was never required to see Victoria again.
Mark made sure of it.
The court also restored the stolen funds to Lily's trust.
Clara's jewelry was returned.
The estate was secured.
Victoria's plan had collapsed completely.
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But Mark knew justice wasn't about revenge.
It was about giving Lily her life back.