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The Crown Rests
Rising from her seat Bette Porter QC says in a most contrite way
“Your Lordship is most kind to consider my health, I trust I will not expire before the end of this trial” and as she lowers back to her seat she says to herself “although I might be bored to death!”
“Ms Kennard, is there anything further?”
Turning those mesmerising blue eyes on the Judge Tina says,”I’m grateful m’lud. In conclusion the only thing Edward Timmons is guilty of is loving his family and is this really a crime?” With one last heart wrenching look at the jury Tina sits down.
The judge sums up the arguments for both sides and instructs the jury who then retire to consider their verdict.
Whilst the jury were deliberating the lawyers go to the cafeteria. Bette and Tina end up next to one another in the queue to pay.
Bette turns to Tina without really looking at her and says “So, did you spend your summer holidays writing verses for Hallmark cards. I have never heard such sentimental codswallop in a closing argument”
“You appear to have got over that sore throat quickly. Although I’m surprised it’s not a permanent condition with that sharp tongue of yours.”
“And you should watch you don’t hurt yourself on that sharp wit! Here let me pay for your coffee and cake by way of a consolation.”
“Consolation for what?”
“Well losing the case of course! It would have been nice for you to win your first case closing in High Court, such a boost to the ego don’t you think?”
“What are you judge and jury? It’s about presenting the evidence in a way that’s understandable to the jury. I’ll pay my own way thank you.”
It was at that moment that Bette Porter looked at Tina Kennard properly for the first time. In years to come she would admit that this was the actual instant when she gave, no not gave but surrendered her heart to Tina.
Feisty, I like that and those eyes, my God those eyes you could dive right in. Perhaps I am coming down with something I feel rather light headed all of a sudden she mused.
“Ha! If you win I’ll buy you dinner at the Ivy”
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(30 votes, average: 3.83 out of 5)
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!