In My Desperate Time

Why should I be charged with such a serious crime which I didn't commit?

I can't afford to waste my time in jail.

Even if I can endure it, Penelope can't. Moreover, who knows what will happen between Frances and me in those years?

I can't be behind bars at this critical juncture.

I remember what Linda taught me, but the police haven't shown any evidence that Jack died from a heart attack, so I can't tell my lawyer yet.

"Wait a bit longer. Perhaps the police will have new evidence," I say to the lawyer with a wry smile.

"Any new evidence will be against you. I've said everything I need to say. You should think about whether to plead guilty. I'll bail you out."

At that, he walks out.

Soon, he returns.

He is beaming.

Linda has tampered with the

down and says excitedly to

come up. It is said that Jack had a heart condition. Although he is already dead, this evidence is good news. We can argue he died from a heart attack. The cremation is good for you, too, because the judge won't be able to determine if he died from the disease. By

guilty of disposing of the body, right? With some effort, I can apply for a probation?" I

you know so much about the law. You're right. If the prosecution never

No wonder so many people take advantage of

am not familiar with the law, but I feel much

out.

shows up at

So does Frances.

wonder if he's still mad

me to return home, but I insisted on staying

I can't just leave the

applies to the court for my acquittal during