Finally, the head of the council returned, her gaze sweeping the room and lingering on me before settling on my parents. Her voice cut through the silence.
“Trinity, your testimony, along with the accounts of your witnesses, has been carefully considered. The council has weighed all evidence, both physical and verbal. After much deliberation, we have reached our verdict.”
My stomach tightened. My parents’ jaws were clenched, their eyes burning with restrained fury.
“You are cleared of all responsibility of the death of Spencer Watson.” The head continued. “It is evident that you acted in defense of others, often at great personal risk. You protected those who could not protect themselves. The council recognizes your courage, your strength, and your unwavering commitment to truth. You ar
