Chapter 9: Blocking the Motion
The emergency probate hearing convened within hours. Thorne stood confidently, waving the living will. "Your Honor, we are simply trying to honor Clara's legal wishes, despite her husband's understandable grief."
Julian’s attorney didn't argue. He simply approached the bench and handed the judge a single, freshly notarized document.
An official, sworn affidavit from Arthur Davies.
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"Your Honor," Julian’s lawyer stated. "That document is a complete fabrication. We have sworn testimony from Arthur Davies confessing to forging Clara's signature on Eleanor's direct orders."
The judge read the affidavit, his face turning dark red. He slammed his gavel down, instantly dismissing the motion and sanctioning Thorne for submitting fraudulent evidence. Eleanor’s final legal maneuver had completely imploded.
