Webb's trial proceeded considerably faster than either Sloane's or Farrow's, his full cooperation and the relatively limited scope of his independent operation streamlining proceedings that concluded within just eight weeks of his capture.
Elena testified once more, walking the tribunal through the entire investigation from initial identification through final resolution, though this testimony felt different from her previous appearances, weighted less by personal trauma and more by professional expertise developed through years of dedicated prevention work.
"Dr. Cole," the presiding judge asked during her testimony, "in your professional assessment, what distinguishes this case from the previous prosecutions of Sloane and Farrow?"
Elena considered the question carefully. "Webb represen
