As Sean and Andrea arrived at Jacob's residence, they found Elena busy cooking dinner in the kitchen. The aroma of roasting vegetables wafted through the air, mingling with the sound of sizzling meat on the stovetop.

Elena turned to greet them, a warm smile on her face. "Hey, guys! Come on in."

Andrea followed Elena into the kitchen, taking in the cozy atmosphere as she began to help with dinner preparations.

"Sean," Jacob said, his eyes locked on his friend, "do you think Carmen will defend her cousin in court?"

"I don't think so," Sean replied thoughtfully. "But Carmen, I know, is smart and calculative. I'm sure she wouldn't do...