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Trial22: Politico Out of the black we appear The weight lifted Nothing left to fear Able now to take a breath To also speak, yet... “That was terrifying.”Leigh's tone loud “But they were kind of jerks. Justifiably so, they deserve to beproud. Their power was unlike anything I'veever seen. If fairies are that strong, why didn'tyou kill me?” That last line, her voice becoming heavyand dark Jack gives a sullen look “Because I believe you have apart. Plus I've taken enough from you. It's not my place to kill you too. Your brother gave me a message before he died in my arms. Now I know it was meant for you andyour charms.” Instantly, Leigh's face goes cold “So, you admit it?” “Yes.” Jack's tone folds “The fairy law you mentioned?”Leigh asks “Your unique magic trait. You swear you're bound by any deal youmake?” “Yes.” Jack's eyes saddenedand hallow “Then I expect you to do asfollows,” Leigh's eyes stern as she makes herdemands “After you rescue the boy asplanned, Turn yourself into me.” And I may let you live. We'll see. I need some space from you both.” She breathes in “Thank you for the truth...”She chokes And in a blaze of flames she disappears As I see Jack shed a tear “Jack, I...” I start to say Suddenly, I'm once again far away A bodiless fly on the wall A fly with eyes, standing tall It's a court like chamber Shimmering white The Organization's symbol vibrant And in plain sight Three men sit at the head of the room “With the voting decided,”They boom “Deliberations have been long andhard. Each one of you worthy, A King on a card. Only one can lead us in justice andtruth! When your name is called Step forward and present your proof. Lightning Clan – Valaria family,second son: Dante Valaria.” A twenty something punk with spikeyblonde hair Steps forward without a care His eyes glimmer an electric blue A jagged scar on his cheek On his neck, a lightning tattoo “This Organization,” Hebegins “Should be bound with more familyand friends. Our bonds and ties are what give usstrength, Without it our justice will tank. I present my proof here and now I willlead as the head of a family proud.” With that he steps back “Earth clan - Nomez Stone,”The three men call Commoner by birth, beloved by all. State your proof.” A giant, bulky black man steps forth Removing his sunglasses His demeanor one of strength and force Then there's his eyes... Is he actually blind? Immediately, he states his first line “The Chairman is the foundationof justice. One of barren character cannot lead us. As the stone beneath the ground, I vow to lead firm and proud. To be the rock to which the weight ofjustice falls. I vow to be a symbol of strength forall.” Bowing his head, he too steps back As the three men call the last “Wind clan – Jewl Venti,Orphan. As of a young age, ambitious and full of promise. State yourproof.” The beautiful man from the prior visionsteps forward Quickly he glances upward How is it he always knows? “I'm afraid I don't have somerousing speech about honor and justice. Rather, a question: Against one of the divine forces howwould we fare? No one can answer, certainly not any ofus. Recent reports warn of impendingtrials.” He starts pacing with an arrogant smile “The balance is shifting. The other races are getting harder tocontrol. So, this is what I propose. Make me Chairman & I will deliverunto us a savior. A mage from a clan thought extinct andout of favor. I will offer the last surviving Seer In exchange for the power posed here.” The whole room breaks into whispers The three men begin to churn “The Seers are extinct, noneremain! Lies will do little to achieve youraim. As to your proposal, even if it carriedweight That's not how this works.” “And why not?” Jewl askscalmly “If we keep clinging to the oldways We will soon see the end of days. It's time we move forward And change our outlook. Vote for me, or we'll be cooked. As to the Seer, one does survive. I can see the hope in all your eyes. You know that what I speak is true. Choose me and I'll prove it to you.” The three men look to each other And each gives a nod “Very well, Jewl Venti. You arehereby granted the title and authority of the Chairman. Lead us well.” Apparently the other candidates find itodd “Hey!” They call “Whatthe hell?! Is this some kind of joke?” “No.” Jewl grins as heevokes Walking out, “Are you ready towork together?” He stokes Making me burn with deep detest I'm not his pawn And I'm not impressed Just an arrogant power hungry fool I refuse to ever be his tool Instantly, I'm back in front of Jack I give her a look and her expressioncracks Turning from one of sorrow to fear “What did you see?” Hertone clear I open my mouth ready to speak Then I see him walking down thestreet My twin, my reflection From that murder on the street Without thinking I give chase Realizing where we are It's the same place The very same street where Leo wastaken He was right under our nose My heart begins breaking We wasted our time going to the fairycouncil As my impatience starts to spill “Nate wait!” Jack calls I can't bring myself to listen This is the guy that can clear my name After that I'll be able to save Leofreely It won't be that hard, really In the back of my mind Am I making the right choice? Jack calls to me again as I ignore hervoice As if drawn to him I convince myself that this must bedone No more being on the run Trial23: Family Following him into one of the houses At the sight my nausea rouses This house is the one from the vision The one where that child was taken Me... I was ripped from her arms Queasy now and full of alarm Stepping back I turn to head back out the door As suddenly, face to face with him My mind feeling sore The weight of his presence Heavy and dark A shadowy stigma, stark He gives an evil smile And pushes me back I tumble backwards and fall flat “It's like looking in a mirror.”His tone vile “Almost.” He's right The reflection's uncanny Save for one detail As I try standing His eyes, a solid ink-like sheen Save for his iris – Crimson andKeen I feel the mana pulsing behind them While his presence makes me sick I feel like I somehow know him... “You're a Seer?” I askquick He gives a sigh “Man you'rethick. I'm not just a Seer. Can't you tell? We're family? Hell, We're twins, you and I. You not noticing makes me wanna cry.” “Why are you here?” I ask “Why'd you kill that man thatday?” “Because,” He
