He, Ryan Jones, would be able to finally reveal outstanding talent.
While thinking about these upcoming glorious moments, Ryan’s smirk became wider.
Niamh looked at the smirk on Ryan’s face and quietly averted her gaze, looking straight ahead.
The gallery was basically full at this time. After the judge came in, he announced that the court was officially in session.
Interrogations about Kendrick murdering Lana and his escape from prison before killing the police officer started.
The waitress in that hotel and the young couple passing by the corridor on that day all appeared in court to testify.
The waitress nodded and confirmed while looking at Kendrick who was in the defendant’s seat. “Yes, it was Kendrick Waldburg. That day, I went to the room to deliver meals to the guest on time, but as soon as I walked in, I saw a woman covered in blood lying on the floor. Only Kendrick Waldburg was present at that moment.”
The young couple also confirmed. “Yes, it was Mr. Waldburg. My boyfriend and I saw him coming out of that room with our own eyes. My boyfriend even took a video when that happened. That person was definitely Mr. Waldburg.”
“Mr. Waldburg has such an outstanding appearance and I was his fan previously, so I wouldn’t have mistaken him for another person! However, I will never idolize him again!” The young girl looked at Kendrick disappointedly after she finished speaking.
After listening to these two witnesses’ testimonies, Kendrick’s expression remained calm.
At this moment, all the netizens who watched this scene on the live broadcast platform exploded.
Almost everyone was scolding Kendrick.
They said that he was noble and elegant on the surface, but in fact, he was a cold-blooded murderer.
The court had not convicted Kendrick yet, but these ‘judges’ on the internet already convicted him.
Ryan’s smile grew wider as he watched the development of this situation.
‘Kendrick, are you satisfied with the witnesses I’ve arranged for you?’
He smiled calmly at Kendrick and continued to watch what was going to happen.
After the testimony, the prosecution presented the evidence. “Everyone, this is the gun found near the victim, Lana Johnson. After forensic verification, this gun was used to kill Lana. In addition to that, the forensic team found the fingerprints of the defendant, Kendrick Waldburg, on the murder weapon.”
The staff showed the evidence on the big screen, and at the same time, they were also broadcasting this on the internet.
The evidence was concrete. The accusation of Kendrick being the real murderer behind Lana’s death was almost invulnerable.
The judge looked at Kendrick who was indifferent with a stern gaze. “Defendant, do you have anything you want to say? Or, do you plead guilty?”
After the judge said that, everyone’s eyes fell on Kendrick while they waited for him to respond.
Kendrick’s eyes landed on Niamh’s face while he was faced with pairs of dubious, contemplating, and inquisitive eyes.
He stared at her quietly with deep eyes before saying, “I have nothing to say.”
Kendrick’s response gave rise to all kinds of speculation.
“Kendrick has nothing to say. Is that an acquiescence?”
“We have the witnesses and physical evidence too. He can’t refute at all in the first place.”
“I really didn’t expect him to have really killed someone.”
“Aw, I used to admire him and idolize him!”
The murmurs of people in the gallery basically confirmed Kendrick of those accusations. The discussions on the internet were the same.
Niamh looked at Karen and Winston on the other side. They were frowning while looking very worried.
“Why isn’t Kendrick defending himself? How is it possible that he would kill someone? He wouldn’t commit murder!” Karen muttered incoherently.
Winston also frowned. “Don’t get too worked up. If Kendrick didn’t do it, he won’t let himself be accused of such a crime.”
“Quiet.” The judge hit the gavel, then talked about the police officer’s murder last night. He summoned the witness to come up to testify.
A lot of people did not expect that this witness was Ryan.
“Mr. Jones, please tell me about what happened last night,” the prosecutor said.
Ryan was sitting on the witness stand, looking awe-inspiring and fair.
Netizens all praised Ryan for being handsome and temperamental. Plus, he was also the highest commander in Interpol. They were saying that he represented justice and truth.
Some people even began to try and start something, saying that Kendrick was not as good as Ryan. They said that Ryan was more worthy to be the number one young master in Glendale instead.
A lot of people lamented how Ryan was willing to accept a divorced woman like Eveline who only prioritized profits.
Ryan could also imagine what the netizens were saying on the internet at this moment. Then, he glanced at Kendrick before saying solemnly, “Last night, I received a notice from Interpol all of a sudden informing me of Kendrick’s escape from prison. After I learned about the situation, I immediately took my gun and hunted him down.
“When I discovered Kendrick’s location, I saw him fighting with a police officer who was responsible for his arrest back then. When I went to stop him, Kendrick took advantage of the commotion to snatch away my gun and shot the police officer, Zeke.”
“Oh no…”
The people in the gallery sighed and thought that Kendrick was a cold-blooded killer with no humanity.
However, what truly happened last night was replaying clearly in Kendrick’s mind at this moment.
He was still looking at Ryan with a just and awe-inspiring expression. Then, he heard Ryan saying with a guilty conscience, “Kendrick shot Zeke while taking advantage of the chaos. The gun belongs to me, so all of this happened due to my negligence.”
Ryan was blaming himself, and everyone could not help but feel distressed for him. Now, they were feeling even more resentful toward Kendrick.
Online comments also supported Ryan one-sidedly while netizens fiercely criticized Kendrick.
After some debate, the judge hit the gavel once more.
“Kendrick Waldburg, you’re suspected of killing Lana Johnson. In addition to that, you escaped from prison while you were in custody and killed a police officer who was chasing after you. You were cruel and cold-blooded. As a prominent figure in Glendale, you did such a heinous act and caused a great negative impact on society. So, after some careful consideration, I might be imposing the highest penalty on you, which is the death penalty.”
Sure enough, it was the death penalty.
A lot of people on the internet were posting celebratory words.
Ryan also smirked in secret.
He looked at Kendrick who was as silent as ever. The joy of victory in his eyes was about to overflow.
Seeing the joy in Ryan’s eyes, Niamh slowly stood up. Then, her clear and pleasant voice sounded in the courtroom.
“Your Honor, before you consider the verdict, please allow me to provide a new piece of evidence.”
The smile on Ryan’s face froze when Niamh suddenly said such a thing.
He turned his head to look at Niamh who was smiling and calm. Then, doubts started forming in his heart.
‘New evidence?
‘What new evidence is she going to provide?’
The judge looked at Niamh carefully. “Who are you?”
Niamh bowed politely. “I’m Kendrick Waldburg’s wife, and my name is Eveline Montgomery.”
Ryan frowned when she heard Niamh’s self-introduction. The netizens watching the live broadcast and the people watching in the gallery were casting all kinds of weird glances and saying unkind remarks at Niamh once again.
Was this woman sick?
One second, she said that Kendrick was her husband. In the next second, she would be seen with Ryan. Now, she was claiming to be Kendrick’s wife in court?
What the hell was going on?
The prosecution lawyer immediately stated, “Your Honor, unreviewed exhibits are not allowed to be shown in court. This is unreasonable!”
“The rules are dead but as humans, we’re flexible. If the truth is delayed because of this key evidence and innocent people are unnecessarily charged, will you bear the consequences?” Niamh said and calmly looked at the prosecutor.
Ryan looked at the calm and collected Niamh, suddenly sensing that something was wrong.
She seemed to have come prepared.
He had doubts in his heart, but he was not sure.
He looked at Niamh and tried to look into her eyes. However, her arrogant and calm gaze only scanned across his face indifferently before she looked into Kendrick’s eyes.
Niamh turned sideways to look at the man sitting beside her and stretched out her hand.
The man sitting next to her handed her some documents.
Ryan only just noticed that the person sitting next to Niamh was Kendrick’s assistant, Ken Baker!
Niamh took the documents and handed them to the staff.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.