Ariana's POV
The day of the court's hearing came and the good news is, we won the case. At first it seemed like we were going to lose but both the Detective and the attorney stayed true to their respective reputations.
They were able to provide enough witnesses to testify against Claire's parents, supported with evidences.
Claire's custody was removed from them and she was taken away by the child care support. Her adoptive parents also got well deserved punishments.
"I am so glad it is all over now" I said to Mercy and my aunt.
"I am glad too. I mean we can all move on with our lives now." Aunt Matilda replied.
I held Mercy's hands in mine but she was looking else where. She was still quite upset with me.
"I am sorry for causing you this trouble. I know that words are not enough to
