Chapter 41

EMILIANA

“Quiet!” The shout brought everyone back to reality. “Behave, or I'll remove you from the courtroom.” threatened the judge, his tone of voice sounding so calm that no one doubted his promise; these were not empty threats. The courtroom returned to order. “Alright, you may proceed, Attorney Baseli.”

“Thank you very much, Your Honor.” I expressed my gratitude with the intention of getting back to my point. “As I was saying, they have been playing games with us because the police's forensic experts had a copy of the autopsy report, and we had a new one. I've taken the liberty of ordering a new study, but it will be ready in one more week.” I replied, containing myself from making a face. If I had had that document in my hands, Polienni's release would have been indisputable. “There are too many variables in this case, and my client has been locked up as a scapegoat, that's all, Your Honor.” I concluded, sitting down again. I had done everything in my power; now, al