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Feb 5, 2019 14:48:58 GMT -5
Post by Maximus on Feb 5, 2019 14:48:58 GMT -5
Maximus walked into the Tribunal room, a briefcase of documents grasped in his hand. He opened his briefcase and gave each council member the documents to review. "What we have here is a case of the wrongfully accused." He explained to them.
"Earlier today, our guards decided to arrest some world leaders from another country- to negotiate a peace treaty with Kratos . The Queen and her Bodyguard were arrested right in front of her child. According to the reports, the guards issued orders to lay their weapons down. However, our guards did not. The guards guarding the Queen, kept theirs raised, in order to protect their Queen and future heir. While en-route, they acquired a wild caught human. Normally, humans who are healthy and are aware of us, will stay away from our cities. This human also was being treated by a gorilla for a snake bite that nearly killed her. Despite all of these reports, she had witnessed everything, even while being scanned. This human also complied with everything done to her which is also odd as most wild caught humans freak out at everything we have. This human Elisabeth was being further treated by a vet. I have notified zephram .
"Nikita intended to come into the States peacefully."
zaius (if he is available.)
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Feb 5, 2019 19:52:11 GMT -5
Post by Nikita on Feb 5, 2019 19:52:11 GMT -5
Nikita had been apprehended as the patrols in these States were very aware of their cities paths, and routes. SO, it wouldn't be complicated to dart through a distinctive route to cut her off in the alleyways. Most, likely that occurred. However, she didn't put up a fight but was aware of her going to trial. She would fight back as soon as she was present.
Nikita kicked the door open as she was guided through, revealing her flowing anger, and strong disgust towards the country. She was brought to the opposite table of Maximus, occasionally glaring around the massive room. However, she did not sit down as any of the others would request. She was going to her hear, and loud.
She planted her cuffed wrists onto the surface of the table after Maximus defensive statement. She wasn't nice in her tone either. "I'm, I'm stunned! That your U.S. security would act so dense against the country's' ruler of coming here to negotiate a treat! How, how dare you." She growled, very rarely irked this intense. She banged her fist on the surface. She contained pain and fury, but rage over pain.
Frantically, her head shook grumbling words that she could only understand. "Arrogance, foolish! I'm at the breaking point to departing from here, severing the possibility of a peace treaty!" She informed in a few loud hollers. "I...I can't believe the acts in security clearance. Not to mention threaten my family with guns?! Are you insane? They already have bad experiences back at home!"
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Director of Human Affairs
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Feb 5, 2019 20:11:57 GMT -5
Post by zephram on Feb 5, 2019 20:11:57 GMT -5
Zephram could hear the shouting and loud voices carrying on from the Tribunal Room. He gave a sigh as he pushed open the door. The considered that Elisabeth couldn't hear anything, even as she was brought in. Human or not. It was rare for a human who was completely innocent to be brought into this room. Even if he had Elisabeth on a leash, he knew that she wouldn't try anything funny or try any funny business. He shook his head and led the human to the table Maximus had used for his briefcase. The air in the room was possibly stressful for the human present.
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Feb 5, 2019 20:21:09 GMT -5
Post by Elisabeth on Feb 5, 2019 20:21:09 GMT -5
Elisabeth followed the elder chimpanzee. He had introduced himself and she lipread his response. She was an avid lipreader, used to it. So, if any ape had any question, she could answer it. However, she was quietly looking around. Zephram wouldn't allow her to look like a messy human. She was clean after seeing the vet. It was interesting to say in the least.
She was led into a room where she was nearly assaulted by the tense atmosphere...and she could sense she may not be needed. Getting closer to Zephram, partially out of fear. She hoped they wouldn't erupt into a barrage of yelling. If they yelled at her, there was no chance she would be able to answer. Yelling was difficult to understand. She pushed her hair behind her ear.
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President of the Assembly
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Feb 6, 2019 1:14:28 GMT -5
Post by Kratos on Feb 6, 2019 1:14:28 GMT -5
Kratos was not pleased, actually irked he was bothered late in the night to attend to the court. He was appalled he had been summoned to the tribunal room He pondered why they didn't just wait in the morning or afternoon. This late night was not suited for him. His day already had been long with constant reports of suspicion of human disappearances.
The tired President stroked his head by two palms, not in the mood to deal whatever the reason for. Other members were probably tired as well. After a few council members flowed in, he hastily adjusted his posture. Not wanting to provide a wrong view from others.
The Queen? His head hastily perked at the title. He didn't expect her to arrive this early. He stroked the side of his cheek. "Oh, this can't be good." He muffled, gritting his teeth in anxiousness.
For a while, he listened to Maximus's defending claim. He pinched the bridge of his nose, looking down. "I...I...ugh." He muttered, honestly not knowing how to respond to Maximus's claim about the dense security. His head shook, slowly. Instead of responding, he pondered a little. Then, the Queen arrived, entering through the doors with rage. He'd noted the cuffs on her. He grimaced. "Oh, no...this is worse." He uttered very slowly.
When Nikita screamed out her inner rage by defending and hating words. Kratos wanted to just slink down, and escape. But, he, however, would not. He inhaled deeply, intertwining his fingers together and peered at Nikita. Severing? No, no. "My dearest queen Nikita, I'm so honored to have you present here to try and form the treaty. However, your entrance so far had been...regretful." He glared over at the guards on the other side of Maximus. "However, I assure you, we can make your stay much pleasant." He spoke, then silently gulped.
"Unfortunately, for the morons that set up this case with no authority by one of the council, especially involving the ruler of another country. We have to finish this, and declare the fate, as it's by law," he stated. "Plus. hear a variety of sides."
He looked over at Elisabeth then Zephram. "Go on and use your witnesses, so forth, Maximus." He threw his hand.
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Feb 6, 2019 1:25:54 GMT -5
Post by Maximus on Feb 6, 2019 1:25:54 GMT -5
Maximus knew that nearly all of them were exhausted from the day. So was he, and it was possible that the human present was too. He hoped this human wasn't too tired. "We have witnesses from both sides and including a human who saw everything. Didn't hear everything. But she sure knows how to lipread pretty well. She could tell you everything either by signing or speaking." He looked directly at the president. "There's more witnesses on the Queens' side as well."
He directed his gaze to Elisabeth for a moment before returning his gaze to the council and president. "None of you will probably believe a mere human. I wouldn't be on the Queens' side if I didn't believe the security details weren't acting like total morons. They were morons."
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Feb 6, 2019 1:30:54 GMT -5
Post by zaius on Feb 6, 2019 1:30:54 GMT -5
As Dr. Zaius was listening to the other council member, Maximus, he couldn't believe what he was imposing to do. A human? Seriously an animal from the wilds to help with this case? These apes can't be serious. He looked over at the President who was obviously okay over it. He facepalmed, in intent disbelief, his own council would even suggest such a beast from the jungles. He resumed listening, especially from the Queen's raging defending. A couple times Zaius did wince, yet was still annoyed at the agreement for a human to aid. He was in high agreement for the security being dense in their occupations, most likely nee recruits. His eyes rolled, dropping his palm from his face. Ending the idea? Now, wait a minute because we have morons in their duty, doesn't mean you take it out on us. He sighed after Kratos was finished. "Your Highness, We'll get down to the bottom of everything, and especially clear you to be innocent.' His palms rose. "Now, I'm not saying you aren't just we have to go through the process. "These guards could be new hires, so that could have been an issue. However, Maximus will aid."
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Feb 6, 2019 1:34:40 GMT -5
Post by Elisabeth on Feb 6, 2019 1:34:40 GMT -5
Elisabeth lip read Kratos' lips with ease. She couldn't hear anyone else speaking since she was deaf. How she wished she knew what everything. She attempted to keep out of sight, but apparently, they didn't want to take her statement. Why should they? It seemed they would probably not take a statement from a human. That was according to the other one.
She quickly looked at Zephram and got his attention by tugging on his sleeve.
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Director of Human Affairs
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Feb 6, 2019 1:44:58 GMT -5
Post by zephram on Feb 6, 2019 1:44:58 GMT -5
Zephram felt her tugging on his sleeve and looked in her direction and then turned to Zaius' direction. "The human in question was with Nikita and her group. She was brought in by them after a snake bite. She has been nothing but 'tame' and 'compliant with all orders.' I have spared her from the cages because there, she will be sold to the highest bidder instead of going with Nikita. The Handlers will put her up to sale and her testimony would be a benefit despite your objections."
He directed the human forward.
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Feb 6, 2019 12:17:26 GMT -5
Post by Elisabeth on Feb 6, 2019 12:17:26 GMT -5
Being urged forward, Elisabeth firstly pointed to Dr Zaius as he had facepalmed and appeared to be upset over something. Usually a glass of water would help. "Maybe he needs a drink of water?" She spoke, which probably surprised everyone. Her voice was loud and clear. She could read his 'emotions' all too well. She was very observant which showed a little more than what a wild human did. Elisabeth didn't know a thing about what a wild human did. She was sheltered all her life and learned to be more observant to all her surroundings. It was just bad luck that she got bitten by a snake. It was camouflaged in the leaf litter.
She was clearly not sure about all these apes. For one thing, she took in each of the council members with mild curiosity. The one in the middle was so big- and didn't look pleased to be here either. No one seemed to care about a human's testimony as she was just given looks and that made her more aware-of their insults.
"Why are you staring at me like I have three heads?" She wondered to herself and no one else in particular. The only words she had uttered was the fact that maybe the one who had facepalmed needed to drink something. Otherwise, Elisabeth couldn't help but feel 'exposed' and scrutinized even if she had done nothing to warrant any of their insulting looks.
"What?" She asked, fully aware of the way the guards were looking at her. Then she began to look down at herself. She wasn't dirty, disgusting, or anything. She was clean as cleanliness goes. "Why do all the guards look like they want to eat me?"
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Feb 6, 2019 12:24:26 GMT -5
Post by Maximus on Feb 6, 2019 12:24:26 GMT -5
"Of course I will aid." He turned his gaze to Elisabeth who blurted out that Zaius may need some water. He chuckled. "Very courteous thank you." He made sure that she could see his lips. "Why don't you tell us what you witnessed and ignore all those guards. They won't eat you."
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Feb 6, 2019 13:03:58 GMT -5
Post by zaius on Feb 6, 2019 13:03:58 GMT -5
Dr. Zaius was getting annoyed as the time progressed and the human girl was being quiet, not revealing her story but her surroundings. As time flew by, the clicking of his claws on the surface suddenly occurred. He noted the human get uncomfortable from the disturbing stares from various of apes. He rolled his eyes, clearly, this human doesn't have a story. Kindling his patience had turned into frustration. His fist pounded on the surface. "Speak beast!" He ordered harshly.
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Feb 6, 2019 16:25:48 GMT -5
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Post by Nikita on Feb 6, 2019 16:25:48 GMT -5
Nikita hadn't heard Maximus's claim from his side, she wasn't aware that he was on her side, let alone, defending. She also didn't believe Elisabeth was going to attend, but be sold as an animal in the cages, or shipped off. Such brainless apes how they reacted with the situation that escalated swiftly.
She exhaled intently, very vexed at being at the court being trialed! How psychotic of these apes to even string one for her. She's innocent and only reacted to the stupidity of the gorillas. She was very appalled now that she was placed here, even after fighting for her innocence beforehand. What more can these brainless citizens do?
Her once gentle eyes, clouded with fury, scowled over at Dr. Zaius. "Newbies or not! They're obviously not educated enough to act on their careers they've been training." She clutched harshly on the edge of the table. "Taking out on you? Pah! I'm taking it out on you're insolence gorillas!" She whipped her head to the side, peering at Maximus next.
"Other sides? There's only one two sides, mine, and yours. You're either defending me or going against." She gritted his teeth, glaring over to the dense patrols that had her arrested before. "Choose wisely ape." She darkly uttered, then resumed to peer at the council above. "Look at that some intelligence." She snorted, raising her bound wrist high. "Based on this decision in this court varies on war and treaty." She threatened.
The name Elisabeth pricked her ear, then she fired her eyes at Zaphram. She'd believe she had been sent ruthlessly over to the casual place for humans to be sold. She released her gritted teeth, slightly softening her vicious glare. "Testimony? Not that I'm against it, but she was over the shoulder of one my guards, facing behind. Also to mention she was out of it." She stated, glancing at Maximus next. "I rather use my bodyguards in such a matter." She added.
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Director of Human Affairs
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Feb 6, 2019 16:53:32 GMT -5
Post by zephram on Feb 6, 2019 16:53:32 GMT -5
Zephram was noticing that. Perhaps he shouldn't have involved Elisabeth in this meeting. "Madam Queen." He spoke. "I assure you that she can give a detailed explanation from her standpoint from within the scanning cage. Not prior to where she had been positioned."
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Feb 6, 2019 16:58:53 GMT -5
Post by Maximus on Feb 6, 2019 16:58:53 GMT -5
Maximus informed her. "It was I who rushed this trial to get you freed from the prison cell. I am on your side." He told her. "I was told I was crazy for trying to secure your release. The warden of the prison refused to budge from his decision. It isn't the Councils' fault for this. It is just the security guards and the 'newbies' fault for detaining a fellow ruler from achieving what must be done to secure a peace treaty with Sweden."
"As for this human," he indicated. "Is deaf so all harshness- is useless, Dr Zaius. It doesn't have any affect on her nor does she pick it up. Your displeasure, she senses. She senses the tension of the room and I smell that she is fearful of being put into the cages as she does not know what that means."
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