Miraculous: The Next Guardian (Book 2)

The Trial

Previously,

Adrien, you're gonna be late for school." Nathalie said.

"I don't feel like going to school or anywhere." He replied.

"Are you gonna tell him?" Nathalie asked Felix.

"No. I already got what I came for." He answered.

"Maybe you need to talk to him," Plagg told Adrien

"Why would I?" Adrien asked.

"It might make you feel better," Plagg responded.

"Hi, father. How have you been?" Adrien asked.

"Your father's trial is tomorrow. Hope you're gonna be ready by then." Said Nathalie.

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Adrien stood in front of the courthouse. He closed the car door behind him. He looked at the building ahead, not wanting to enter. Nathalie stood beside him.

"I'll be waiting for you inside." Adrien nodded at her. She marched down the pathway and entered the courthouse. Adrien heard a familiar voice call his name. He looked to his left and saw Marinette running towards him. She stopped in front of him panting.

"Marinette? What are you doing here?" He asked after she calmed down.

"I will attend the trial. I'm not late, am I?"

"No, you're not."

"But I'm not alone." Marinette pointed behind her. Adrien took a look and saw Nino and Alya, striding quickly towards them.

"Nino, Alya. Are you attending the trial too?"

"Bro, we wouldn't miss it for the world. We're here to support you." Nino replied.

"Thanks, guys."

"It's what friends do," Alya spoke. Adrien then turned and started walking towards the court. Ignoring the reporters that were blocked by officers on both of his sides, he strolled past them quietly. So did they. He entered the courtroom and took a seat beside Nathalie, who was on the right side. Marinette followed him and took a seat beside him. Alya and Nino sat behind them.

Adrien observed the room while they waited for the judge to enter. He saw so many familiar faces. A lot of them were akumatized victims. Mr Ramier, Jagged stone, Nadja Chamack, though she wasn't carrying a mic, officer Roger and so many more. He also saw some of his friends. Max, Kim, Ivan and even Luka. He then saw his father with an officer walking towards the front row of the left side. Gabriel sat at the defendant's table.

A few moments later the judge entered and everyone stood up. He sat down and so did everyone.

"Case number 187. I've seen into the case, and I've already made up my mind. But alas, let's hear it from the prosecutor and the defendant, I might change my mind. Officer Léo, present your case."

Officer Léo was the prosecutor that was handed the case. He was known for his sharp thinking and intelligence. He never lost to a lawyer. The man stood up and cleared his throat.

"Gabriel Agreste has hurt our city. He used us to get what he wanted. He tore families and friends apart. Not only that, he caused destruction. Thanks to Ladybug and Chat Noir, many would've lost their lives, homes or even family or friends. There are some of his victims here. Your honour, I ask you to hear them." The judge nodded.

"Mr Ramier, if you please." Mr Ramier stood up and walked towards the witness stand. "Now, I'm gonna ask you some questions, and you're gonna answer them all." Mr Ramier nodded.