Emma
Mrs. Hardwick clears her throat and puts her glasses on before continuing. “Well, then. I would like to start by mentioning that Mr. Gomez did not ask for a stay of execution, although he knew of the updated evidence. His mother contacted me this morning asking for help. He has fully admitted to his part in the crime and does not ask for leniency, only that the sentence matches the crime.” Mrs. Hardwick looks over her glasses at Aldrick.
Aldrick lifts his hand to stop her for a minute and looks over at Axel. “Why didn’t you ask for a stay of execution?”
Axel gulps and with a shaky breath, explains. “I’m a failure, sir. I’ve been so ashamed. I’ve just wanted to die since it happened. I can’t express my regret for the things I’ve done and I will take any punishment given to me wit
