Chapter 1490

At precisely 3:00 p.m., the court adjourned as scheduled. Still broadcasting live, the courtroom had familiar faces of the presiding judge, prosecutor, plaintiff, and defendant. However, unlike the bustling crowd of the morning, the audience now consisted only of Bella, Justin, and their close friends and family, creating a stark and chilling emptiness. None of the Salvador family members were present. Even Bethany, Shannon’s daughter, was too embarrassed to stay. Handcuffed, the authorities led Shannon and Winston back to their cells once again, depriving them of any dignity. Behind the cold iron bars, Shannon, her hair disheveled, glanced numbly at the audience. Seeing only the Thompsons, her features twisted, and she burst into laughter. Clarence furrowed his brows, tapping his gavel and sternly reminding her, “Defendant, please remain silent!” Hunter’s expression was strained, barely held together, as if he were to collapse with the slightest breeze. In simpler terms, he