The trial room was a stark, imposing space, its high ceilings and cold, metallic surfaces designed to convey the gravity of the proceedings. Thalion and the captain sat at the front, their expressions stern and unyielding as they prepared to oversee the trial. To their left, Liam and William sat side by side, their postures straight and their faces set in expressions of quiet determination. To their right, Rylan and Grayden sat rigidly, their uniforms crisp and their eyes fixed on the screens that dominated the room.
The remaining two officers, chosen as witnesses for the prosecution, stood to one side, their expressions a mix of nervousness and resolve. On the opposite side, the secretary and an off-duty guard—chosen as witnesses for Liam—stood with calm, composed demeanors, their eyes focused and attentive.
