A Private Audience with the Judge

On top of the unusual break, the judge made another unconventional move: requesting Olive to join her privately in her office. This decision surprised not only the Quinns but Olive as well. The Quinns, already nervous about the sudden break, found themselves further unsettled by the possibility of Olive speaking to the judge without their presence.

Ana’s reaction to the judge’s request reflected her concern and possibly her fear of the unknown. Being excluded from the conversation meant losing control over the narrative and the ability to influence Olive’s responses.

Next: Her future hangs in the balance as a judge’s private meeting raises the stakes.