9.The Final Sentence
The sky had a pale gray color to it outside the Courthouse; the building itself was old and worn. Its marble pillars were large, it was two stories, and had many windows, most of which covered by heavy blinds. Many people outside the building were walking quickly as though in a rush. But the judges and councils inside the building sat lazily and filled up most of a room. All of which wore powdered wigs and long black robs. The head Judge, Bakura, sat at the very front of the room.
"This is the second time, ma'am, you have been brought before this bench." Said Bakura coldly. "Though it is my earnest with ever to temper justice with mercy, your persistent dedication to a life of crime is an abomination before the Gods and man." He says staring wickedly towards the right side of the room and leaning over his desk. "I therefore sentence you to hang by the neck until you're dead." Ryou stares at the Judge suddenly. "And may the Lords have mercy on your soul. Court is adjourned" He bangs his gavel. Ryou turns around smiling and looks at a small teen girl sitting in a wooden booth that looks an awfully lot like Tea. The female teen puts her head in her hands and sniffles a little. Nobody really noticing, let alone caring.
As Bakura walks down the large marble steps outside of the courthouse, Ryou runs quickly behind him to try and catch up. "Thank you, your honor." Another Judge comments as Bakura reaches the street. "Just the sentence we wanted."
"Was he guilty?" Asked Bakura emotionlessly.
"Well, if she didn't to it she'd surely done something to warrant a hanging." Ryou answers quickly. The two men walk down a street filled with little people.
"What man has not?" Bakura replies quietly.
"Sorry?" Ryou asks confused. The Judge stops and turns to him, fakes a nervous smile, then turns and starts walking again.
"No matter. Come." He says nonchalantly. "Walk home with me." Bakura pats Ryou on the back, Ryou just stands there confused. He gets over it and pulls out his club, he makes a hard swift movement down with it, the club once again extracts into a cane, he quickly follows the Judge.
"I have news for you, my friend." Bakura announces happily. "In order to shield her from the evils of this world, I have decided to marry my dear Johanna." Ryou gasps in shock.
"Ah sir, happy news indeed." He remarks.
"Strange though, when I offered myself to her, she showed a certain reluctance." Bakura added, confounded. The two men stop in front of a random store window. Bakura, with his hands out in front of him, thinking.
"Excuse me, my lord
May I request, my lord
Permission, my lord, to speak? Bakura nods.
Forgive me if I suggest, my lord
You're dueling less than your best, my lord
Your cards are all in a mess, my lord
And your strategies are rather meek.
And ladies, my lord, are weak." Bakura stares questionably at Ryou. "Meek? You say." He thinks a bit. "Well I have been over worked lately, and also quiet a bit stressed." He starts walking again.
"Fret not though, my lord
I know a place, my lord
A duelist, my lord, of skill.
Thus armed with strong cards, my lord
A powerful new strategy to duel with, my lord
And new gear to enhance the experience, my lord
You'll dazzle the girl until. "Until?"
She bows to your every will."
"A duelist you say? Take me to him" Bakura says happily, grabbing Ryou's arm and pulling him.
"His name is Todd, my lord, and he is the very last word in dueling. Girls want a winner, sir, and Mr. Todd will make you into one. No problem!" Adds Ryou knowingly. The two walk off down the street, an excitement twinkling in Bakura's eye.
Sinner-Short scene, but its ok. Its something fun to read. I will try to get another one up later this morning mkay!? Leave comments/reviews good and bad. Loves you all. Oh and the next scene should be really long!