Ethan collapsed into his chair.

“Furthermore,” the judge continued, raising her voice.

“The court affirms the emergency financial injunction. Mr. Bennett is ordered to immediately surrender any remaining marital funds and will be subject to wage garnishment pending final calculation of restitution.”

She picked up the forensic report and tapped it against the bench.

“However, the civil penalties are the least of your concerns, Mr. Bennett. This court is officially referring the evidence of cloned digital signatures, falsified bank authorizations, and wire fraud to the District Attorney’s office for criminal investigation.”

Ellison closed his eyes. It was a total, catastrophic defeat. Lauren reached under the table and gave my knee a sharp, victorious squeeze. As the bailiff declared the court adjourned, Ethan finally turned and looked at me.