Chapter 198 Trial(1/2)
With Samwell's order, the trial officially began.
Gavin, representing Heavenly Father, first told everyone about the case, and repeated the arguments of both sides impartially.
Samwell listened quietly, with no emotion or anger on his face. He only glanced at Brother Ivan when he heard Gongga running to the temple to beg the Seven Gods for forgiveness.
Brother Ivan lowered his head at this time, not knowing what he was thinking.
"Both of you insist on your own story." Samwell asked expressionlessly, "Do you have any evidence to prove what you said?"
"Sir, I dare to swear in the name of the Seven Gods!" Gongga shouted.
"What I want is evidence, not an oath." Samwell said coldly.
"Sir, I have it!" Timei said quickly.
"explain."
"I object!" Brother Ivan finally said, "Since Timei has joined the jury as a representative of the 'girl', she can no longer testify for the victim."
Everyone in the hall began to respond:
"Lord of Light, guide us in darkness and ignorance!
Kathu pulled out his long sword and handed it to Gongga.
In fact, now that the evidence is solid, he can refuse to conduct a trial by combat.
A long sword cannot protect his whole body.
Samwell sat down on the chair again and said in a deep voice:
She walked to the center of the hall with elegant steps, and the ruby in her throat once again shone with blood-red light:
The blood gurgled and formed a stream on the ground.
But when the words came to his lips, Samwell smiled and said:
"Okay. Gongga, as my retainer, you have also made a lot of contributions to Yingzui Island, so I will give you another chance. So, will you go on your own? Or will you have an acting knight?"
If he is sincere, give him strength!
Because the night is dark and everything is dangerous! Please give us your wisdom!"
Samwell said to Gavin: "Go and find Tiffy's work point records."
Timei stood in the center of the hall, facing the scorching gazes of everyone, but seemed calm and calm:
"It's physical evidence, sir. Gongga claimed that he accidentally beat someone to death when he was punishing my sister. But in fact, my sister has never been lazy at work and has never made mistakes. If you don't believe it, you can check the work score record.
And, you can also ask other women workers who also work on the plantations.”
But the more desperate thing is yet to come——
"Sir, please allow me to become Ms. Tiffy's acting knight and fight for her justice."
Gongga looked at the dragon flying quickly through the air, almost turning into a white shadow, and had no idea how to start.
"I didn't! I didn't! That's just a lowly savage! Why! I don't accept it! I don't accept it! I demand trial by combat!"
"No!" Gongga shouted hoarsely, "Sir, sir, I also want to help you manage the plantation! I do it for you!"
Orange, red mixed with black flames ignited the hair and beard. In an instant, Gongga seemed to be wearing a burning crown, which was twice as high as his head.
"I...I..." Gongga hesitated for a long time without giving a reason, and his forehead was covered in cold sweat.
A pungent burnt smell filled the hall, making everyone feel awe-inspiring.
"Objection is invalid." Samwell said, "Brother Ivan, you are just a spectator now and have no right to interfere with the trial. So I advise you to keep quiet, otherwise, I will order you to be kicked out."
The smell of burnt meat overwhelmed the aroma, and his howl drowned out all sounds.
"Okay!" Of course Melisandre would not refuse this excellent opportunity to spread the faith of the Lord of Light.
The screams echoed in the hall, from high-pitched to weak, until they disappeared completely.
But this is obviously in vain.
Bailong didn't seem to be in a hurry to end it, teasing his prey as if he was enjoying the process.
There are only four knights in total on Eagle Beak Island. In addition to Samwell himself, they are Cheman Hufang, Lucas Dayne, and Todd Flowers.
The long sword struck the milky white scales, splashing sparks.
"Ms. Melisandre, didn't you say that the dragon is flesh and blood made of flames and is the messenger of R'hllor, the Lord of Light? It's up to you to lead the prayer."
If facing Lucas and Todd, he still has the possibility of fighting to the death, then Long...
After the prayer, the duel begins.
Gongga roared crazily and waved the sword in his hand tightly, trying to block the white dragon's approach.
nail--
A raging flame whirled towards Gongga's face, melting his eyes, and a jelly-like mass slid down his face.
Gongga's screams became more and more desperate. He couldn't keep up with Bailong's speed and could only slash the air randomly and crazily.
Without waiting for Samwell to ask, Lucas Dane and Todd Flowers stood up almost at the same time and said:
Gavin immediately took out a parchment scroll from his sleeve and handed it to Samwell.
"Lord of Light, take care of us!"
Unfortunately, he obviously underestimated the knight's sense of justice.
Gongga will definitely not be able to invite the lord, and Qiman is going on an expedition deep in the Red Mountains. So, he only has two choices left.
"The gods have given their verdict, Gongga is guilty."
Soon, Cleopatra added dozens of wounds to Gongga's body.
Samwell immediately understood that this boy had known the true situation of this case for a long time, but he did not dare to make a verdict due to pressure from the church.
"Lord of Light, protect us!"
It stopped in mid-air, spreading its wings and roaring.
Bring this case to an end.
"Second!"
Lord of Light, illuminate us with your shining light!
Light the flame for us, great R'hllor!
Only the red-robed woman Melisandre was extremely excited, as if she saw the power of the Lord of Light being displayed in the world.
Although Brother Ivan had already guessed such an outcome, he was still frightened by how terrifying the white dragon was.
Despair suddenly appeared on Gongga's face.
You know, this is still a young dragon, but the strength it displays is still beyond what humans can contend with.
"Gongga, guilty." The other six jury members also spoke one after another.
The two knights were still wondering who this knight whose name they had never heard was, when they saw the white dragon sitting on Samwell's shoulder rising into the sky.
Unfortunately, both Lucas and Todd seemed to have turned into steel statues, ignoring Gongga's pleading eyes.
Gongga's expression was almost that of a dead person.
"It seems that you can only do it by yourself." Samwell sneered and ordered the attendant, "Give him a sword."
The other six jury members all agreed, and Timei did not hide his excitement and waved his fist in the air.
Brother Ivan wanted to step forward, but saw that the lord actually turned his head and looked at the red-robed woman beside him:
After looking through the records, Samwell found that Tiffy received all her work points in full, and often received bonus work points. She was clearly a model worker.
"Second!"
"You have tarnished my reputation." Samwell said coldly.
"Let us pray first," said Samwell.
…
After saying that, Samwell looked at Timei again and said:
"Miss Timei, for the sake of a fair trial, I must also remind you that as a member of the jury, you cannot appear as a witness, but if you submit physical evidence or other witness, it will still be accepted.
"
Brother Ivan wanted to step forward and interrupt, but after hesitating, he did not have the courage. He suddenly felt that the Church of the Seven Gods might encounter a strong challenger in the field of faith on Yingzui Island.
The white dragon swooped down suddenly, its long sharp claws leaving a bloodstain on Gongga's face.
He looked at Brother Ivan for help, but saw that the other party ignored him at all.
It's a pity that it couldn't break the armor.
"Second!"
But this blow completely angered Cleopatra.
To be continued...