The Tale Of The Taylor's

Chapter 21

Fatima : -wiping away her tears- I think I should just continue on with the rest of the story. I think me telling you the rest of the story will give you a better understanding of how we were able to get back together. If it becomes too much for you, just let me know.

Malayiah : -wiping her tears, drinking some water- Okay.

                    | Fulton County Courthouse|

Bailiff : All rise for the honorable judge preceding, Judge Greg Mathis.

Judge Mathis walked inside of the quiet courtroom and took his seat on the bench. After taking his seat, he ordered that court was now in session.

Judge Mathis : Good morning everyone. Who do I have before me on this glorious morning?

Ian's lawyer : Good morning your honor. My name is Mr. King and I am representing the plaintiff Ian Pitts today.

Zac's lawyer : Good morning your honor. My name is Mr. Jackson and I am representing the defendant Zachary T. Taylor today.

Judge Mathis : Very well, thank you for stating who you are for the records of the court. Let's start with the plaintiff first, that would be Ian Pitts. - he says looking at Ian-

Ian Pitts : Good morning sir—

Judge Mathis : -cuts him off- It's your honor not sir. Didn't your lawyer, Mr. King prepare you on how you should conduct yourself within my courtroom?

Ian : -rolls his eyes- Yes, he did your honor. My apologies.

Judge Mathis : You may continue on with your case Mr. Pitts.

Ian : As I was saying before I was—

Judge Mathis : (interrupts Ian) Sir, are you a crackhead or something?

Zac : (laughs) Is that what that powder do to you? -he asks while looking towards Ian's direction-

Ian : -becoming angry- I feel like you are being bias towards me as a judge in this court. Can you see properly through your glasses?

Judge Mathis : I'm not bias, I just don't tolerate people disrespecting me. I can see very well through my glasses. Can you see through your swollen shut eye?

Zac : (laughs, hits the table)

Judge Mathis : -looks over at Zac- Zachary Taylor, what brings you inside of my courtroom today? You know I need some tickets to this season's game.

Zac : Good morning your honor. I was brought into your courtroom because I am being told that this chump bucket submitted a injury claim. Also your honor I can get you those tickets if you would like.

Judge Mathis : - looking at the papers in front of him- I do see here in the report that was made by officer Tate, is that you and Mr. Pitts had a physical altercation. You beat Mr. Pitts brutally along with a weapon which caused you to be charged with assault with a deadly weapon. Mr. Pitts submitted a lawsuit to the courts and also pressed charges against you. Mr. Pitts is suing you for pain and suffering, assault, and is requesting on top of the lawsuit pay out that you must pay his legal fees. Along with his hospital bills.

Zac : - shakes his head, licks his lips- This nigga has to be fucking kidding me. He's only doing this shit because he's broke and got his ass beat. Dafuq.- he says as he pulls at the bottom of his suit jacket-

Judge Mathis : I like you young man but when you are in my courtroom you have to watch your diction.

Zac : Yes, your honor. - he says rolling his eyes-

Ian : You like him but you don't like me. That is bias. - he says looking over at Zac-

Judge Mathis : The next time that you open your lips in my courtroom Mr.Pitts, I will be holding you in contempt. In my courtroom you will only speak when I ask you to speak. Do you understand Mr. Pitts?