𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒈𝒊𝒓𝒍 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔𝒏'𝒕 𝒔𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒌 - 𝒋𝒆𝒏𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒂

Chapter 24 - Ready

A longer chapter for my babes <3

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Lisa POV

I felt guilty, really guilty. Nini was in trouble because of me, and I didn't know what to do about it. I couldn't fall asleep, I kept thinking about my Nini's face when she heard the bad news. She had mentioned something like 'witness' when she was talking about it with Dr. Chaeyoung on the phone. She didn't want to tell me about it. I was curious as to what it means, so I decided to ask Jungkook. It was difficult to bring myself to talk, but I had to do something to help my Nini.

I knew Jungkook always sleeps in Taehyung's room, so I walked across the hall to his door, making sure not to wake anyone since it was midnight. I knocked a few times and waited. I heard muffled footsteps and shortly after the door opened. A sleepy and messy Jungkook opened the door. "Lisa?" He mumbled with a husky voice. I nodded. "I h-have a q-question.."

Jungkook's eyes widened when I spoke, and he quickly stepped out of the room and closed the door. "Wow, you're talking." He breathed out. I lowered my head, remembering how papa had hit me every time I said something. Jungkook quickly put a hand on my shoulder. "Hey," I looked at him. "I like it, your voice suits you." He smiled at me. I relaxed and smiled back. "Sorry." I sighed. "It's okay, just- don't ever feel like you can't talk to us, alright?" I nodded and we made our way downstairs.

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"So, what's your question?" Jungkook asked as we sat down at the kitchen table. I fumble a bit with my fingers. "What's a- what's a w-witness?" I asked carefully. Jungkook sat back in his chair, a surprised look on his face. "Witness? Why do you wanna know?" I took a deep breath. "Dr. Chaeyoung said a witness could help Nini.." I sighed. Jungkook hummed deeply. "Yeah, she told me about the doctor suing her." He said. I nodded, even though I didn't know what 'suing' is. 

Jungkook stood up to grab a glass of water. "Well," He started. "a witness is someone who was there when a certain crime took place." He handed me a glass. I sipped on the water as I listened to him. "In court, that's where the trial takes place, the witness tells the judge what they've seen or felt." I tried processing all this information, but some things didn't really make sense. "What is a judge?" I asked. Jungkook sipped on his water and explained: "The judge is the person who decides if you're guilty or not, and if you are, what punishment you'll get."

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After Jungkook explained everything, I thanked him for answering my questions in the middle of the night and returned to Nini's room.

I tried being as quiet as possible, but Nini's room is messy and I tripped over what I assume is a bag. I fell to the ground with a loud thud, loud enough to wake the sleeping girl.

"Lili? What are you doing?" Said Nini with a drowsy voice. I quickly got up and sat on the bed. "N-nothing.." I mumbled. Nini raised a brow at me. "Where were you? I woke up and you were gone, I figured you went to the bathroom. But you've been gone for like thirty minutes." I fumbled with my fingers. Should I tell her that I was with Jungkook? Maybe she didn't want me to know all about this for a reason?

I decided to tell her, my Nini deserves the truth. "I was t-talking with J-jungkook.." I muttered. Nini tilted her head. "This late? What did you talk about?" I lowered my head. "I a-asked him what witness is.." Nini sighed. "Oh, baby...." She put her arms around me. I sank into her touch and hugged her back. "I want to help you." I whispered.

Nini planted a soft kiss on my head. "I don't want to make you do something so difficult baby, being a witness involves a lot of talking." I nodded. "I k-know, b-but you said it yourself, I d-don't have to be a-afraid to talk anymore." Nini smiled her cute gummy smile. "Would you really do it for me? Because you really don't have to." I firmly nodded my head. "I love you, so I will help you." 

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Jennie POV

A few days later, it was time for the trial. A white, greasy-looking van, labeled 'Seoul courthouse, suspect transport' picked me up. The others weren't allowed to come with me, since I'd have to see the judge alone first.

"We will come as soon as we're allowed to." said Chaeyoung. I nodded, peeking over her shoulder to a worried Lisa. Chaeyoung followed my gaze and put a comforting hand on my cheek. "Don't worry Jen, she'll be fine." I watched how Lisa carefully observed the van. Two men walked in my direction and told me to get in. I quickly locked eyes with Lisa and smiled. Taehyung and Jisoo yelled a 'you got this!' as I got in the backseat. I looked through the window as the van started driving. Lisa and I kept waving at each other until the van turned a corner and she disappeared out of sight.

The ride was silent, the two men sat in the front whereas I sat in the back, metal bars separating us. The radio softly played a song I had heard way too much. I sighed and slumped in the backseat. I was worried about Lisa. Even though she said she wants to help me, I could see the glints of fear hiding in her eyes. I was afraid this would be too much for her. What if she freaks out and never wants to talk to me again? Or even talk at all? All our work would be for nothing. I don't believe in God, but I still folded my hands together and prayed for my Lili to be alright. 

After a rough 15 minute drive, the van came to a stop. One of the men got out of the car and opened the door for me. I got out of the car and looked around. The courthouse was a big, old building. A small door at the side of the building led to a low-ceilinged room where they told me to wait. I sat down on the only bench in the room and waited. After 10 agonizingly slow minutes passed, a well-dressed woman appeared in front of me. 

"The judge will see you now. We also called your lawyer, you'll need one."

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A long awaited chapter for chu~ hopefully it wasn't disappointing hehe, I did my best but I want to build up some tension *smirk* 

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