Chapter 18 - The Final Settlement
With his parents in prison and his reputation destroyed, David didn't even fight the divorce.
The judge, appalled by David’s financial deceit and emotional cruelty, awarded me sole legal and physical custody of Mia. David was granted supervised visitation only, which he couldn't even afford to utilize.
Because of the hidden millions, the judge awarded me 80% of the marital assets, plus a massive monthly child support and alimony payment. David's luxury car was repossessed. His condo was sold to pay his legal fees. He was left with virtually nothing.
I signed the final divorce decree in Eleanor's office, using a very expensive gold pen she handed me as a gift.
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"You did it, Clara," Eleanor said, popping a bottle of champagne. "You took on the Goliath of Houston and you completely decimated them."
"We did it," I corrected, clinking my glass against hers. "Now, it's time to actually start living."
