Penelope's Home Life

Chapter 6

As the day of the court hearing approached, Junior and Samantha found themselves sitting nervously in the courtroom, waiting for the proceedings to begin. The tension in the air was palpable as they scanned the room for Penelope, who sat with tear-streaked cheeks beside her lawyer. Judge Pooby sat at the bench, his stern expression giving nothing away.

One by one, witnesses took the stand and testified to the abuse Penelope had endured at the hands of her stepmother. Bully, begrudgingly, recounted what he had witnessed, his words hesitant but truthful. Samantha followed, her voice steady and unwavering as she spoke of the love and care Penelope had shown her. Jeffy, Cody, Joseph and Junior all went next.

Finally, it was Penelope's turn to testify. Her voice shook as she described the years of physical and emotional abuse she had suffered. The courtroom was silent, save for the occasional sniffle or gasp from the audience.

Judge Pooby listened intently, his gaze softening as he took in Penelope's harrowing account. After a long moment of contemplation, he slammed his gavel down and declared, "I find in favor of the plaintiff. Penelope Guy will be removed from the custody of her stepmother and placed in the care of her father."

Brooklyn almost burst into tears. Karen slammed her hands down in anger.

"WHAT THE FUCK?! YOU CAN'T DO THIS!!" She bellowed.

"Mrs. Karen, that is enough. You are being arrested for first degree child abuse and an extra 10 days will be added for contempt of court." He snapped before slamming his gavel.

Everyone cheered as Karen was taken into custody. Penelope ran to her father and hugged him.

"I, *hic* love you, daddy!"

"I love you, too princess."

Next part is the epilogue.