Legal fees existed.

Taxes existed.

Reality took its share.

Eventually, the recovery was substantial.

Not perfect.

I learned to stop requiring perfect justice before allowing myself peace.

PART 38 — JULIAN’S CRIMINAL CASE

Julian was eventually charged with financial offenses tied to false records and unauthorized transfers.

He entered a negotiated plea after prolonged litigation.

The sentence included incarceration, restitution, and restrictions affecting future financial-management work.