The Trial of Public Sympathy
Chapter 14 - The Trial of Public Sympathy
Bianca’s lawyers argued that Victor manipulated her.
Victor’s lawyers argued Bianca designed the scheme.
Miles testified against both.
Eli authenticated the recordings.
Lena described the gala.
The defense asked whether she resented wealthy guests.
“No,” she said. “I resent people who treat employees as furniture until they need a witness.”
Ruth testified last.
Bianca’s attorney asked whether the humiliation had made her vindictive.
Ruth looked at Bianca.
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“I have been poor, powerless, widowed, sick, and old. None of those conditions made me cruel. So I do not accept cruelty as a side effect of pressure.”
The jury convicted Bianca and Victor on every major fraud count. Bianca also received charges for extortion, arson conspiracy, and witness intimidation.
