Chapter 1492

Sophia believed that she would survive her 30-year sentence. But did she really have to serve a full

30 years in prison?

She might be released in about ten years if she kept appealing, pretended to behave well, and did

some under-the-table operations.

Sophia felt that she still had a chance. However, the next moment, the small flame of hope that had

just ignited in her heart was ruthlessly extinguished.

"Furthermore, in the case of Anne Bartley’s fatal fall 20 years ago, the evidence is conclusive, and the

defendant, Sophia Kirkman, has pleaded guilty in court.

"However, she had an ample motive and premeditated the crime. Throughout the past 20 years, she

has had no inclination to turn herself in. To conceal her crime, she bribed and intimidated witnesses

and destroyed evidence. Her crimes are even more heinous than those of Jeffrey Snyder.”

As Steven spoke, his voice grew louder. A faint redness appeared in his sharp eyes behind his

glasses.

"Hence, the defendant Sophia Kirkman is sentenced to death for solicitation of murder, first-degree

murder, destruction of evidence, and witness tampering. Her voting rights are revoked for life, and

all personal property is confiscated.”

A thunderous boom sounded in Sophia's mind. She felt like a towering mountain had collapsed and

crushed her. At once, she collapsed to the ground.

Sentenced to death... She had received the death sentence.

In front of her were only despair and a frightening, pitch-black darkness. She even extended her

hands and scratched herself a few times, as if she had truly lost her sight.

Steven pronounced the verdict with clarity, leaving everyone stunned.

Colene was so thrilled in the public gallery that she nearly couldn't resist shouting. Meanwhile, Lyla

and Tatiana embraced each other, shedding tears of joy. Even Mandy, who had always been

composed, discreetly wiped away tears at the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief.

Cyrus tightly clenched his trembling hands on his knees while Jonah heaved a sigh of relief, sporting

a satisfied smile.

At that moment, Jonah's phone vibrated in his pocket.

Jonah took it out and glanced at it. When he saw that it was a message from Julien, his heart

skipped a beat. He lightly tapped the WhatsApp conversation box.

"The old witch has finally been sentenced! Congratulations!”

Smiling, Jonah replied briefly, "Thank you.”

Julien: "Mr. Jonah, how are you going to reward me? Hmm?"

Jonah: "Why should I reward you? You didn't help.”

Julien: "Who said I didn't? I've been watching the livestream of the court since this morning, and I've

been cursing at Sophia the whole time. I cursed so much that my fingers were about to break! That's

an effort, too."

A few seconds passed.

Julien: "Why aren't you replying?"

Jonah: "I did. My silence is the reply.”

Julien: "Damn it! You're really something, Jonah! Fine!"

Jonah chuckled lightly and replied, "What reward do you want?"

Julien: "Uh... let me think about it. I'll tell you when you come home."

Jonah's Adam's apple bobbed.

For some reason, the words "when you come home" made him restless.

Alyssa, who was overly happy, couldn't help it. She threw herself into Jasper's arms and cried

silently. The tears of genuine emotion soaked through his shirt, melting his heart.

"Lyse, my mom can finally rest in peace today. It's all thanks to you,” Jasper whispered while gently

patting her back.