She Chose Him Now She Wants Me Back novel Chapter 421

Chapter 421

Lydia’s face lit up with joy.

Dominic remained composed. “Judge, are you certain? Ruling on fabricated evidence seems a bit hasty.”

Ernesto frowned. “Defendant, the first trial has concluded. If you disagree with the verdict, you may file an appeal.”

Dominic smiled faintly. “Perhaps the second trial will be tomorrow.”

Ernesto stiffened. He mouthed a single word. “Bullshit.”

Even if Dominic appealed, Ernesto believed the outcome would not change.

The hearing adjourned, and the courtroom doors swung open.

At that moment, Emesto noticed a forest of cameras aimed inside. That alone unsettled him, but what truly alarmed him was the sight just beyond the entrance: a cluster of Skyline City’s senior officials. In the distance, he could even make out Henry’s figure.

‘What’s happening?‘ Ernesto’s mind went blank.

Officers escorted Dominic out, only for reporters to swarm him with rapid–fire questions.

As the alleged victim, Lydia stood off to the side, completely ignored.

Through the noise, Ernesto caught scattered phrases such as “descendant of a hero.”

His expression shifted.

Then Skyline’s top officials entered the courtroom and solemnly requested the trial’s outcome. Ernesto reported the verdict truthfully, and the color drained from their faces.

Something had gone terribly wrong.

He still did not understand the situation. When he finally retrieved his phone and learned the truth, shock slammed into him. His knees buckled, and he collapsed onto the floor.

He knew he was finished.

News of Dominic’s three–and–a–half–year sentence spread quickly. Reports also highlighted his clear statement in court that the evidence was fabricated.

The internet erupted.

That very afternoon, a task force from the capital arrived to investigate. They uncovered multiple suspicious elements within hours. By evening, authorities announced that the second trial would take place the following day.

At the Skyline City Police Bureau…

Ezra shook his head with a grin. “This has to be the fastest second trial on record.”

He handed Dominic a cigarette.

Dominic accepted it with easy nonchalance.

A nearby female officer stepped forward. “Need a light?”

“Go on, go on,” Ezra said with a wave and a laugh.

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The officer retreated, visibly displeased.

Dominic held the unlit cigarette between his fingers and smiled. “A prisoner receiving this kind of treatment at a police station. I might be the only one.”

After the first trial, no one had even referred to him as a suspect. The court had branded him a criminal outright.

Ezra struck a lighter and leaned in to light the cigarette. Smoke curled into the air as he exhaled. “Now I finally understand what you meant by forging a golden armor.”

He passed Dominic his phone. “See for yourself. Public opinion is completely one–sided. No one can pull tricks on you now. After tomorrow’s second trial, you’ll probably walk out of here.”

Dominic scrolled through the short videos and headlines. The reaction matched his expectations.

From now on, anyone who wanted to target him would have to confront him in the open.

He dialed Isabella.

“Honey!” she exclaimed the moment she answered, her voice bright with surprise.

“You’ve worked hard,” Dominic said. “Where’s Grandpa?”

“Worked hard? Why would you say that?” Isabella’s tone shifted, tinged with grievance.

Dominic’s cheek twitched. ‘So she prefers it when I’m curt.‘

He cooled his voice. “Can you stop talking nonsense?”

“That’s more like it,” Isabella replied with a cheerful laugh. “We’re at home. Grandpa’s playing with Lily.” 1

Dominic nodded, even though she could not see him. “I’ll be out tomorrow. Hold the fort until then.”

“Got it. As if you even needed to say it.”

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