No one dared to open their mouth to challenge Maria. Not even the senator whose scrunched face spoke volumes of his ire at everyone excluding his mom.
Nana Shawl heaved another sigh before speaking.
"My dear Amelia, let me begin by thanking you for considering my request even though you didn't find it palatable. What your uncles and the others did to you is purely wicked and I will never condone evil. Nevertheless, for the sake of family, unity, love and as you rightly mention redemption, I'm glad you have decided to forgive them and give them a second chance."
Amelia lowered her gaze and sucked in her breath, anger sizzling in her veins.
"Although I would have preferred the probation period to be shortened to three months, six months is more than considerate when compared to their crime. I just pray they have learned their lessons and turned a new leaf. How long would it take for them to be released?"
"Probably a week or less," Amelia replied lifting her head up.
