Counselor Windsor was first at bat with Va’lis. I knew this was a huge gamble on our part. We all know how volatile Va’lis can be. None the less, here we go.
David Talbot
The Tribunal of Marius de Romanus, Pt. 24
I decided to leave Natasha up at the box to continue questioning Va’lis so that he’s prepared for every possible question they might throw at him. As they sworn in Carrie, she seemed strong… undoubtedly gaining some strength from her sister’s encouraging words. Counselor Windsor stood up but did not approach the witness.
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Couns. Windsor: “I have nothing for this witness, Chancellors.”
Chancellor O’Connor: “And why is that, Counselor?”
Couns. Windsor: “She brings nothing useful to our case here today.”
Chancellor Gray: “But you are basing your charges against Mr. Romanus on the fact that she and Mrs. Romanus are, or rather were, rogues. How is it that she brings nothing to this case?”
Chancellor Grimm: “Counselor Windsor is within her rights. Duly noted.” *looks to Counselor Talbot* “Any cross examination from the defense?”
Couns. Talbot: *smiles* “For certain.”
The Tribunal of Marius de Romanus, Pt. 20
Merida was being escorted from the private boxes where the families were being held by the Order guards. She looked defiant and slightly annoyed at the whole process. Armand seemed to be talking to her, to which she smiled at him, placing her hand over her heart. The love between these two was quite obvious to anyone that was around them. It was the first time I had seen Armand so settled and the first time I had ever seen a couple of our kind live life so… normally. It was as if this affliction wasn’t something that was ever going to hold them back or keep them from being human beings. Quite refreshing to see. My maker smiled and looked over to Armand, giving him a wink. I think he rather liked Merida and you could not have guessed that at one time Armand and Lestat were mortal enemies fighting over the love of a man that could not love either of them back because his heart had been so broken; our dear Louis. As Merida moved past Marius she turned to him and she smiled at him too… Marius nodded with a wink. I witnessed pride in him for this woman. How fatherly of him.
The deputy took his position and went to swear Merida in. She promptly replied, “Tell the truth… yada yada… so help me god… yada yada. Can we get on with it?” So much like Maharet. She sighed dramatically and said, “I do.” Then sat down in the chair, crossing her legs, looking very much like the noblewoman she now is. Counselor Windsor would go first.
The Tribunal of Marius de Romanus, Pt. 6
Zeeke leaped forward, fangs out towards Marius… she meant to drain him dry! But a rush of wind was felt as Va’lis sprang forward dashing right into Zeeke’s path line. Oh he wanted a piece of that bitch! Probably more than anyone else in that hallway. Realizing her mistake, Zeeke tried to abort but it was too late… she landed right on top of Va’lis sliding down the hall right along with him. Va’lis quickly moved from under her and tried to flip himself over so he would be on top… Zeeke was weak, very weak! Va’lis felt it! He smirked, “I reckon I am going to enjoy this.” He tore at her throat. Zeeke tried to fight him, but proved futile.