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The Trial Opens

Author: Juno Sparks
last update Last Updated: 2026-01-16 07:48:29

POV: Callum Brennan

Location: Supernatural Court, Beneath Old Bailey

Time: Trial Day One

The supernatural courtroom is three levels beneath the Old Bailey. To humans above us, this is just basement storage. To supernaturals, this is where justice happens. Or what passes for justice in our world.

The courtroom looks like it was built in the Victorian era and never updated. Dark wood paneling, stone floors, oil lamps that cast shadows despite the electric lights. There's a gallery for spectators,
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