Reciprocity by K. I. Lynn

Author:K. I. Lynn [Lynn, K. I.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: erotica, romance, adult
Publisher: K.I. Lynn
Published: 2014-06-08T04:00:00+00:00

The jury couldn’t come to a decision in the short amount of time left in the day, so we arrived at the courthouse bright and early the next morning. We didn’t have to wait long—an hour later, the jury was done deliberating. The short time could be a good sign, or a bad one. Either way, our group filed into the room and took a seat.

We’d waited so long, gone through so much, and the moment was finally upon us. My arm was around Lila’s shoulders, holding her close, our hands entwined. The whole room was tense as the jurors entered and took their seats.

The judge entered a moment later, read over the findings, and settled in.

“Will the defendant please rise.”

Prompted from the judge, the jury foreman stood, and my breath halted.

“On the first count of Aggravated Sexual Battery, how do you find the defendant?”

The world stopped, time stopped, and the entire room held its breath.

“We find the defendant guilty.”

I scooped Lila up in my arms, holding her tight as we cried out in joy.

The judge called for order, and we settled down. I looked into Lila’s eyes and for the first time in days, there was life and light. We didn’t pay attention to the judge, only every single “guilty” that rang out from the jury foreman.

Adam was found guilty on all five charges.

“Sentencing will be held on April twenty-first. Court is adjourned.”

I couldn’t help smiling as I watched the bailiff approach to take him away.

“You fucking cunt!” Adam screamed out, garnering the attention of the room. “I will fucking kill you!”

I pulled Lila behind me as Adam jumped over the banister and charged toward us. The beast in me smiled, ready to get a good swing in, to pulverize his face, but Adam was subdued by the bailiffs before I got the opportunity. He continued to act out as they hauled him away.

After he was gone, I used my hands to direct Lila out into the aisle, then to the hall.

Smiles lit up everyone as we exited. Hugs were spread around.

I couldn’t wait to celebrate.

My mother hugged me as Lila made her rounds. “Now?” she asked, and I nodded. “Okay. I’ll be right back. I’ll have her text you the information.”

“Thank you.” I kissed her cheek and moved back over to Lila.

We said goodbye to everyone, thanking them for coming and for their support. The sun was shining as we exited the courthouse, smiling down on us.

“Joan?” Lila blinked at an older woman standing outside the door.

She stood, and I got a good look at the woman who freed my love from possible death. There was more gray than brunette in her well-kept hair, and her suit was from another decade but fit her age well. A kind smile graced her face as she stood.

“Oh, Lila, look how beautiful you are.” Joan wrapped her arms around Lila. She sighed as she pulled back.

Lila blinked at her. “How did you know?”

“Teresa called me.” She took Lila’s hand. “And this was one of my cases I needed to see the verdict on.

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