The jury deliberated for what felt like an eternity.
Lisa's mind raced with every possible outcome, her emotions a whirlwind of hope and dread.
Her stomach churned from an uncomfortable feeling that refused to leave as she scrutinized Ivy.
Why did she think Ivy was lying? Or maybe she had been sick all this while and Lisa had no idea.
She sighed, her mind a whirlwind of thoughts.
Lian squeezed her hand his presence a steady anchor in the storm of uncertainty.
Finally, the verdict was in.
Ivy was found guilty but instead of prison, she was sentenced to a mental health facility where she would be closely monitored and receive the treatment she needed.
The courtroom erupted in a mixture of relief and outrage.
Lisa felt a knot tighten in her stomach.
It wasn't the justice she had hoped for but it was something.
