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The Crown Rests
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“And so ladies and gentlemen of the jury. The Prosecution has been unable to provide any consistent or concrete evidence that my client is guilty. For every piece of evidence they present we have been able to provide a credible explanation to refute and discount it” Tina pauses and regards the jury panel intently with her twinkling baby blue eyes for what the rest of the courtroom considers dramatic effect, when in reality it was to regroup and gather her composure in what was her first closing argument in major case as a junior barrister. Her leading Counsel, Eric Brentwood QC had been rushed into hospital at 9:30 that morning after collapsing in the enrobing room with suspected appendicitis. The trial was coming to its conclusion; the case had been heard for both the prosecution and the defence and all that was left for today were the closing speeches for both sides and the summing up by the judge. To bring in another defence barrister at this late stage would have caused further delays and additional costs. Eric reassured his star pupil that she was more than capable of closing and winning the case. “Go get ‘em Tiger!” he growled while being carried out on a stretcher to the waiting ambulance. With those words echoing round her head Tina continued, “Edward Timmons is a good father, loved and adored by his children. He has already sought counselling from a reputable therapist to ensure that this foolhardiness and over exuberance does not repeat itself. We hear all the time of fathers not taking enough interest in their families and of children lacking the support of a good father. No, Edward Timmons is not a bad man; no, Edward Timmons is not a bad father but a man who saw his family slipping away and was desperate to prevent that from happening. The only thing Edward Timmons is guilty of is loving his family” “Please!” The Judge, who had been watching Tina with an avuncular look upon his face, put up his hand to stop Tina. “Is your water carafe empty Ms Porter? Only you seem to be unable to clear that frog in your throat which I fear may be distracting to learned counsel opposite. I do hope you are not sickening for something” He looked up and addressed the whole court peering over his half moon glasses. “I trust we can conclude this trial without another one of our eminent QC’s being rushed to hospital!” This gets a ripple of laughter from the courtroom.
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Great begining, but what did Tina also say, please post asap.
B&T Beginning! What more could I ask for? Please, continue with this story. You have started quite well, quite well, indeed.
interesting..please continue…
They both seem professional. That’s really cool. Pls post again soon.
really interesting…it could be like one of these movies with Tracy and Hupbern, two opposite councils, always fighting in court and loving each other outside of it
god. at least eric is married. i like this beginning. can even hear their accents. maybe no one has told you. i love accents. keep it going.
Great starting and this is interesting and let see what’s next, thanks!
Yep…one chapter and I’m hooked!
nice start make the post longer
Great start keep posting!!!
very interesting..!!!!!!! do post soon!
the jurys verdict……..guilty, of a good start.
What a great premise. I love how you have captured Tina and Bette’s voice. The banter back and forth is wonderful. Please go on
You have my complete attention. This is a fine start. Please continue and post quickly.
Love this beginning. It is different. I do hope you continue!