Chapter 16 - Justice Served
Six months later, the final verdicts were handed down in federal court.
Arthur Ferguson was sentenced to twenty-five years in federal prison for grand larceny, wire fraud, and corruption.
Patricia Ferguson was sentenced to twelve years for accessory to assault, evidence tampering, and financial fraud.
Gregory Ferguson received six years for his involvement in the embezzlement scheme.
And Nicholas Ferguson—the man who had terrorized Abigail for years—was sentenced to eighteen years in maximum-security prison without the possibility of parole for aggravated domestic assault, attempted extortion, and federal fraud.
Every single asset owned by Ferguson Holdings was liquidated by court order. The proceeds were used to pay full restitution to the victims of their extortion schemes, with the remainder returned to Abigail and the DARPA research fund.
On a bright, sunny afternoon, Abigail stood outside the federal courthouse, watching the prison transport van drive away under heavy military escort.
The weight that had rested on her chest for three long years was finally gone. She breathed in the crisp autumn air, feeling truly free for the first time in her adult life.
Rachel stepped up beside her, placing a warm coat over Abigail’s shoulders. "It's over, Abby. They will never hurt you again."
Abigail looked at her mother, smiling softly. "I know, Mom. Thanks to you."
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"No," Rachel said gently, shaking her head. "You saved yourself the moment you refused to sign that paper in the ER. I just provided the air support."
👉 But as they walked toward their car, a sleek black sedan pulled up to the curb, and a familiar face stepped out.
