Gasps echoed around the courtroom. Margaret’s face turned pale, her confident demeanor collapsing under the weight of her grandson’s revelation.

Adam sat frozen, grappling with the betrayal orchestrated by his own mother.

Claraara’s eyes filled with tears, not of sadness but of relief and gratitude. Her heart swelled with admiration for Ethan, whose courage had uncovered the truth. The judge called for order and instructed the bailiff to retrieve the pouch. Upon inspection, it was confirmed to hold the missing jewel.

The prosecutor had no choice but to drop all charges against Claraara. Her name was cleared in an instant, and the courtroom erupted in whispers of shock and apology. Adam approached Claraara, his eyes filled with remorse. He apologized profusely, acknowledging the grave mistake he had made by doubting her integrity.