Chapter 17 - The Truth Floats

The trial lasted nine days.
Elena testified from a wheelchair, her son in Rosa’s arms in the front row.
Rosa testified with an oxygen tank. Her voice cracked, but she didn’t stop.
Daniel testified in an orange jumpsuit. He kept his eyes on the floor.
The defense called a pool expert who said the cover could have malfunctioned.
But then the prosecution played Rosa’s recording.
Then Daniel’s confession.
Then the pool footage.
The jury was out for six hours.
When they came back, Miriam didn’t look at anyone.
The foreman stood.
Elena held her breath.
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