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~*~*~* The Verdict *~*~*~

Last to the stand was Rachel's mom Carrie. Rachel's lawyer started to question Carrie.

"Why do you hit your daughter?"

"I didn't. I love my daughter and would never lay a hand on her." The Camdens couldn't believe that she was lying after she had sworn to the bible.

"Then how do you explain the bruises?"

"It is Ruthie's fault that she is cut up. They went horse back riding and Rachel fell off." When Ruthie heard this she started to feel tears swell up her eyes.

"Carrie, how did you know there were cuts? I only asked about bruises."

Carrie hesitated and then started to cry.

Rachel was so relieved that she started to cry happy tears. Her mom could no longer hurt her.

She was so close to winning the case. They showed the pictures that were taken by the police and the courtroom was given a break while the jury decided. It was a quick decision.

When the courtroom was settled, they announced what the jury had decided.

"We have reached a verdict. We find the defendant GUILTY!"

No one could believe their ears. They were so happy. Rachel cried happy tears and so did Ruthie. The judge announced "You've been found guilty of physical and mental abuse of your own minor. I sentence you to 20 years in jail."

Carrie was crying and Rachel couldn't be happier. After telling someone about it everything turned out great. Or so she thought.

"The minor will be handed over to social services until further notice." the judge announced

Dun dun dun! I am leaving you hanging but it isn't over yet! What will everyone do now? How will Rachel handle the news? PLEASE REVIEW!!!!