Well, time for the next chapter. Oh, just so you know, I'm officially an adult now. Turned 18 this week so I'm pretty excited about that. Now to Random (the reviewer) just so you know, the assistant's name is not Brian Doyle. You'll see why later when I post the next several chapters of "Through the Years." Anyways, enough of me blabbing. On with the story!
Phoenix was walking down the street, going back to his office. He had just finished talking with Miranda about her taking his case. Phoenix wasn't pleased over the fact that he had been replaced, but he at least found someone to take his place. Sighing, Phoenix continued to walk down the street. Having not brought enough money for another cab ride, Phoenix was forced to walk back to the office.
Maya, Trucy, and Pearl were with Apollo in the hospital. Apollo had the tv on and was watching the daily news. After a few stories, the "breaking news!" logo appeared. "We have just received word that the attorney, Phoenix Wright, will NOT be defending Juan Castrillo in the next trial. Earlier today, a body was found, along with a message to have Mr. Wright step down from being an attorney. Although we have not received replies to our phone calls to Mr. Wright, the judge in charge of the case was more talkative.
"I removed Mr. Wright from being the attorney for safety concerns for this trial. If those murderers killed once to keep him from defending Juan Castrillo, they could kill again. This has nothing to do attacking Mr. Wright. I will allow him to be a the attorney in the third trial, but as for this trial, he has been officially removed."
"As we said before, this is just coming in. We hope to bring you more details before the end of the hour."
The hospital room was silent from the shock. Maya was dumbfounded. They replaced Nick….because someone murdered another person?
The hospital room remained silent as the news broadcast continued. Finally, just when the station was about to go off the air, they announced the new details.
"Before we go, we have more details concerning the case of Juan Castrillo. It seems the reason we haven't heard from Mr. Wright is because he wasn't in his office at all. He has recruited a new defense attorney named Miranda Veal to take his place. However, he will be guiding her through the trial. We hope to bring you more details during our next broadcast."
Apollo coughed once. "Well, that's Mr. Wright for you. Still won't give up on a case, even if he isn't the attorney anymore."
Maya gave a one-sided smile to Apollo. "Nick has always been like that ever since I've known him. The only time I ever saw him almost give up was with the trial of my sister's death. He was accused of murder and was about to be convicted, but I came to his rescue."
Apollo nodded his head. "I read about that. It says that you told him about a crucial piece of evidence."
Maya smiled. "So it says."
After talking for several minutes, Maya, Trucy, and Pearl bade their farewells to Apollo and headed back to the office.
Phoenix had finally arrived back at the office. Entering the office, he went to the kitchen, grabbed himself a pudding cup, and headed back to his actual office. Once he entered the room, he noticed that the answering machine light was flashing. Pushing the blinking button, Phoenix was greeted by a female voice. "You have one new message." *Beep*
"Mr. Wright, this is Amanda Burkler from Channel 15 Action News. We would like to ask you some questions about your removal from the trial of Juan Castrillo. Please call us back at…"
Phoenix listened to the message until it ended. Then, he sat down on his chair, picked up the phone, and called the news station.
Maya, Trucy, and Pearl has just entered the office when they heard Phoenix's voice. Walking over to his office, they heard Phoenix say "Thank you. Bye." Hearing Phoenix hang up the phone, they went into his office.
"Hey Nick, who were you talking to?"
"Just the news station. They called me concerning the trial tomorrow."
"Oh…yeah, we heard about that. So are you really going to help uh….Miranda tomorrow?"
"Yeah, after all, it's her first case here, so she'll need help."
Maya shook her head. "I see…"
Pearl looked at Maya, who had an unusual look on her face. I wonder what she's thinking…
Phoenix cleared his throat. "Well, sorry to say this, but I need to call Miranda to make sure she's prepared for the trial tomorrow, can you step out of my office for a second?"
Everyone shook their heads and left the office, leaving Phoenix free to call Miranda.
"Mystic Maya, what was that face in Mr. Nick's office for?"
"What look Pearly?"
"When Mr. Nick mentioned this 'Miranda' you had a look on your face like you didn't like it."
"I did not!"
"Yes you did! I saw it myself!"
Trucy piped in. "I saw it too! To me, it looked like a look of jealousy!"
Maya was starting to blush profusely. "I did not give a jealous look!"
Both Trucy and Pearl gave Maya a look. "Even if I did give a look like that, it means nothing!"
Pearl and Trucy started snickering. "Do you really believe that Maya?" Trucy asked.
"Y….y…." Do I really think that?
"Mystic Maya…do you love Mr. Nick?"
"I…"
"Tell us the truth Mystic Maya!"
"I…"
"What does she have to tell the truth about?" Maya turned back to see Phoenix behind her.
"Oh…nothing Nick, nothing at all!" With that, Maya charged out of the room and into the kitchen.
What was that all about? Shaking his head, Phoenix looked at Trucy and Pearl. "So, how is Apollo doing?"
"Oh, Polly's doing great! He said he only has about another day before the hospital will release him."
"Well, that's good."
"It sure is!"
After an awkward silence, Phoenix asked, "So, what were you guys asking Maya about earlier?"
Trucy and Pearl looked at each other. "Uh…nothing!" Before Phoenix could question further, Trucy and Pearl were running for the kitchen.
Well, it's not the longest chapter I've done, but I've been busy lately. I have just one more final tomorrow, so then I'll be able to write more. Anyways, thanks for reading and don't forget to review.