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[𝓥𝓮𝓻𝓭𝓲𝓬𝓽]³³

*𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹*

"Proceedings shall begin." the judge announced, and the courtroom fell into a tense silence as both attorneys took their positions once again.

This second trial session wasn't much different from the first, marked by heated arguments, compelling points, and lingering doubts.

The prosecutor continued to call witnesses, each testimony adding more weight to their case against Jungkook.

Hoseok, with his usual sharpness, cross-examined each witness, carefully dissecting their statements to expose any weaknesses.

Meanwhile, the judge remained attentive, taking meticulous notes as he carefully considered each argument and piece of evidence presented.

As the trial progressed, the tension in the courtroom was growing thicker. Every word, every glance, every piece of evidence was scrutinized. The case was inching closer to its climax, and everyone in the room knew the final verdict was drawing nearer.

"My Lord, as my colleague Mr. Jung is known for being both clever and manipulative with witnesses, I'd like to shed light on another of his talents, his exceptional crafting & hacking skills." he said, raising an eyebrow in Mr. Jung's direction with taunt, fully aware of the implications, while hoseok could anticipate what was upcoming.

"As you can see this little envelope my Lord, this black USB." He said holding up a small transparent envelope which he handed to the judge's associate, who passed it on to the judge.

"My client, a high-ranking government officer, Mr. Park as part of his investigation, found this USB during his mission inside Jeon's mansion. It was hidden in a very secure place which was Mr. Jung's daughter's wardrobe. Clearly, it was concealed there for a significant reason, which I am about to reveal."

"This is not just an ordinary USB, my Lord," Mr. Jeo emphasized.

"It was meticulously crafted by Mr. Jung himself, that even after being taken into police custody, our most skilled detectives have been unable to access its contents. Based on Mr. Park's statement in the previous session, this USB most likely contains the missing recording that could definitively prove Jeon Jungkook the real culprit in this case."

The courtroom was silent as the judge carefully removed the USB from the envelope, inspecting it closely while the weight of Mr. Jeo's words hung in the air. All eyes were on the judge, waiting to see what this crucial piece of evidence might reveal.

The judge, maintaining his composure, turned his gaze towards Mr. Jung and asked, "What do you have to say in your defense, Mr. Jung?"

Hoseok rose from his seat, a confident smile playing on his lips. "I have this evidence in my defense, my Lord," he replied, pulling out another transparent envelope containing several photographs and holding it up for the court to see.

"But," he continued, his tone measured and calculated, "I don't want Mr. Joe and his client to accuse me of any manipulation. Therefore, I respectfully request permission from the jury to open the file within the USB."

Shock and disbelief washed over the prosecutor and his client.

Mr. Jeo exchanged a tense look with Jimin, both puzzled by Hoseok's unexpected move. Across the courtroom, Yoongi, Soomin, and Mrs. Park also mirrored their unease.

"First, I need to examine what's in your hands," the judge ordered, and Hoseok complied, bowing slightly as he handed the envelope to the judge's associate.

Silence took over the room, thick with anticipation. All eyes were continuously on the judge as he lowered his glasses and scrutinized the photos. They were crime scene images from three years ago, clearly implicating someone else as the true culprit.