"In some cases, that approach works. Not everyone with a badge does their job properly. But the detectives involved in this case did a thorough job. Check the report—you'll see Miss Cassandra Smith had been under surveillance for months before her arrest."
Kiara and Hugo raised their brows before the former reached for the report. They skimmed through it; both were experienced enough to understand what they were reading.
Meanwhile, Grace observed them silently. Seeing that both—Kiara especially—seemed to comprehend the report, she nodded with satisfaction. It saved her the time to explain everything further.
"That's right," Grace continued. "That's exactly why the appeal was rejected. Our only option now is to take it to the higher court."
Slowly, Kiara looked up at her. Her eyes shimmered with confusion and concern.
