Judge Thomas looked directly at Margarethe with a solemn gaze.
The courtroom was completely silent as everyone waited for the verdict.
Judge: Bailiffs, take the defendant into immediate physical custody now.
Two strong police officers walked over to the defense table quickly.
They placed metal handcuffs around Margarethe's expensive gold wrist chains.
Margarethe: You cannot treat me like this! I am wealthy!
Mark: It's over, Margarethe. You're going to prison today.
Margarethe: Hannah, tell them to stop this right now, please!
Hannah: You made your choice when you attacked me, Margarethe.
The officers led the crying stepmother out through the side doors.
The gallery erupted into soft murmurs of relief and satisfaction.
Hannah turned to Mark and gave him a warm, emotional hug.
Hannah: Thank you for saving my life and keeping your promise.
Mark: Your father would be very proud of your courage today.
They left the courthouse together under the bright afternoon sun.
The legal team confirmed that the mansion was entirely Hannah's now.
The estate was saved from greedy hands and corrupt family plans.
Hannah returned to the grand estate later that same afternoon.
She walked up the grand staircase without any fear or sadness.
She picked up the scattered pearls from the floor and held them.
She planned to string them back together as a symbol of hope.
The mansion felt warm and peaceful for the first time ever.
Mark stood near the doorway with a gentle smile on his face.
Mark: What will you do with the estate now, Miss Hannah?
Hannah: I will turn it into a home filled with real love.
Hannah looked out the large window at the beautiful green gardens.
Her mother's locket was safe and sound inside her pocket today.
A bright new chapter was finally beginning for her peaceful life.