The case against Clara Stanton had reached its judgment in less than two weeks.

Lucas had stood in court as Alejandro’s representative, barely keeping his composure as the final sentence was pronounced.

Not because it was not in their favour. It was. Clara was guilty as it was clear as day. The evidence was enough and Lena’s testimony had sealed it.

But somehow, Charles Stanton had managed to manipulate the case in his favour or better put, Clara’s favour, as he took the fall for it.

He had managed to convince the court that Clara was merely a minor in the John’s case, and a misguided young woman swayed by...