David was finding it difficult to breathe. He turned to Ashley, but he had no words. He leaned over and put his arms around her.
Judge Williams said, “I would like to have the jury polled.” One by one, each juror stood up. “Was the verdict read, your verdict?”
And when each one had affirmed it, Judge Williams said, “The verdict will be recorded and entered into the record.”
She went on. “I want to thank the jury for their time and service in this case. You’re dismissed.
Tomorrow the court will take up the issue of sanity.” David sat there, numb, watching Ashley being led away.
Judge Williams got up and walked to her chambers without looking at David.
Her attitude told David more clearly than words what her decision was going to be in the morning. Ashley was going to be sentenced to die.
Sandra called from San Francisco. “Are you all right, David?” He tried to sound cheerful. “Yes, I’m great. How are you feeling?”
“I’m fine. I’ve been watching the news on television. The judge wasn’t fair to you.
She can’t have you disbarred. You were only trying to help your client.”
He had no answer. “I’m so sorry, David. I wish I were with you. I could drive down and-”
“No,” David said. “We can’t take any chances. Did you see the doctor today?” “Yes. What did he say?”
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