Chapter 28 THE POWER OF A WOMAN!

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LIORA'S

The newly assigned magistrate, with a calm yet commanding presence, adjusted his glasses as he addressed the courtroom. "Having reviewed the arguments presented by both parties and thoroughly examined the evidence laid before me," he began, his voice steady and authoritative,

"it is clear that the defendant has provided substantial proof against Mr. Steven. The photographs have been verified as genuine, and all evidence corroborates the fact that Mr. Steven has been engaged in a longstanding affair with one Miss Catherine Graves.

Mr. Fredrick, do you have anything further to add in defense of your client?"

Mr. Fredrick, the defense attorney, rose from his seat, his demeanor subdued but resolute. "My Lord," he started, his voice tinged with a mix of resignation and plea, "the case, as presented, is indeed true. However, I would like to implore the court to temper justice with mercy."