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The day of days was finally upon us and I couldn't be any more nervous and restless. Arianne was to be pronounced not guilty by all means and I pooled my savings, alongside support from Grey, Jade, Camden, my parents and her family to get the best lawyer to defend her in court.
We were all seated and waiting in court for the hearing to begin. Arianne was brought in by the police in cuffs and her parents rushed to hug, kiss and hold her. After a couple minutes, we all sat still and the judge came out looking glum as they all do.
"All rise!" The bailiff exclaimed. We did and when the judge sat, we were told to as well.
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