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ErenI sat motionless, staring straight ahead and my jaw clenched so tightly I thought my teeth might crack.If my blood was lava,I would have exploded by now.They really tried to pin Felix death on me , even if I actually did kill him. It only proves that I have more than one enemy. Those enemies are closer than I thought. I didn't care about the whispers that rumoured around the court ,even the judges were staring at me like I was hiding something. The only thing I cared about right now was Elizabeth and the look on her face.She was doubting me and probably confused from all the testimonies but I didn't like the way she was looking at me. Like she was so close to believing what Javan and Dwain said. I didn't tell her much about my childhood and now I regret it. I knew she was trying to be strong but I saw the way her shoulders trembled.Her parents, especially her mom, looked exhausted. There were even eye bags under their eyes." Eren Scott," the judge finally spoke, looking ov
ErenThe courtroom felt colder than usual today.My fingers were cold despite being clasped tightly in my lap, and my back was stiff against the wooden bench.Javan and Dwain were still present today despite their meaningless dramatic entrance yesterday. I have a bad feeling about this. Dwain’s eyes scanned the courtroom nervously as he adjusted his collar, his steps faltering slightly as he walked over to Mr Sanchez and whispered something in his ears. The old man nodded and he retired back to his seat.The judges arrived and Elizabeth was escorted to take her position in the front of the court room.And the second day of the trial began…..Mr. Sanchez stood from his seat like he’d just received divine inspiration. He's a fucking old bastard. “Your Honor,” he said, voice filled with confidence .“I would like to call an unexpected but crucial witness to the stand.”My hands slowly tightened into fists in my lap and I took a rasp breath. “Mr. Dwain Hartford.” He added. From where I
Eren Dwain and Javan took their seats behind Mr Sanchez and he turned around to acknowledge them ,a relief washed over his face. People started leaving one by one for the break,the courtroom getting crowded. Amidst the crowd,Javan glanced at me. A smirk was on his face,he even had the guts to wave at me. In that moment I had no doubt that it was Javan that leaked the photo. Felix ran errands for him after all. I ignored him and rushed towards Elle before she was taken away. The police officer stood in my way just as I got to her.“Sir you can't.” He said. I glared at him,brushing past him.“ Shut the fuck up and get out of my way.” He was about to protest again but I already had her in my arms. I buried her face in my chest , running my fingers down her hair. I hope it gives her some kind of comfort. “I'm hungry…I want potatoes and red meat.” She mumbled. I creased my brows as I stared down at her. I wasn't expecting her to say that. Then I looked over at the police off
Eren One hour later … The courtroom was packed,the media swarmed the back rows. Felix Sanchez’s father sat in the front row with his lawyer and supporters, arms folded across his chest like a man who knew he'd already won. But I had different plans. The trial had been neutral so far , all the accusations they made against her were bullshit. The speech Mr Sanchez's lawyer gave was another whole bag of bullshit. Elizabeth's parents sat at the other rows,her mum had been crying since it started because she knew her daughter was innocent and all these allegations were just to drag her name in the mud. Elizabeth looked calm but I could read through the look in her eyes. She was tired , there were dark circles under her eyes and it looked like her eyes would fall close any moment now. I took a deep breath before my lawyer called for witnesses and the judge approved. I took the witness stand first. “The footage you’re about to see,” I told the judge, “was recorded the nig
ErenThe morning of the trial felt like armageddon .The air was thick and filled with anticipation and dread. I stood stiffly near the prison gates, hands jammed in my pockets and leaning on my car. I already quit my job at the precinct months ago so I wasn't allowed to escort the accused to court. The precinct had insisted they’d handle the prisoner transfer,that there was no need for me to be here. But they don't know what I know. Elizabeth’s parents had called and reported someone stalking their home.It had happened continuously for the last three days till the trial ,it was like the person wanted them to remain indoors. They called the cops and they called me too but off course the police couldn't do a fucking thing. The moment the police siren draws near the person disappears. But the police were too dumb, what stopped them from turning off the siren and catching whoever was stalking them?I took another deep breath, my muscles heavy with tension and worry.This wasn’t just
Eren Mr Sanchez had a lot of influence and power especially with the authorities. From my observation they feared him and his money more than the law.The man was furious about his son's death and my guts told me he was more aware of his son's crime. The whole problem was worse than I thought. They didn't let anyone see Elizabeth, not even her parents. They were told to wait till court, which was three days from now. So right now ,I don't know how she's faring. I got a lawyer and Madison volunteered to testify as a victim of Felix. From what I see ,we have the upper hand if we play our cards right. Now we had to wait. It was fucking frustrating not been able to see her but I kept my cool. Her parents had put their hope in me and I wasn't going to let them down. I was back at the vault for the supposed meeting. Aslan and some lords were present dressed in black suits. They weren't much ,just the lords that were in opposition and a few that weren't. I made my way to th