Ch.8 The Truth Revealed
Kim shifted ever so slightly in her seat. Her lawyer had done everything he could think of. When they pointed out the difference in eye color, the prosecutor pointed out that Kim could have worn contacts. She couldn't believe it. 'Yeah, I'm going to steal a multi-million dollar jet, kidnap and murder my husband, and the only way I plan on disguising myself is by wearing contacts' Brilliant. Today was important. It was time for closing arguments
As the prosecutor moved to the podium, The door to the courtroom burst open. "What is the meaning of this?" the judge demanded as none other than Shego entered the courtroom, carrying a restrained Camille Leon. "Here's your kidnapper, judge," Shego said sarcastically. The prosecutor laughed. "We're supposed to take the word of one of the most notorious criminals on this planet?" he asked sarcastically. "Where's your proof? How do we know that this girl you have here isn't actually innocent?" Kim never thought she'd actually be grateful to see Shego.
"This girl has the ability to shapeshift," Kim answered. The prosecutor glared at her. "That's impossible," he shouted back. The judge banged his gavel. "Order!" he yelled. The entire courtroom was still in commotion, so he banged again. This time the entire courtroom fell silent. "We will take this under advisement," The judge said, glaring at Shego. "Continue, counselor," he said, beckoning the prosecutor. He stepped to the podium and cleared his throat. "It's true, the girl you see before you has done countless acts to serve society. Maybe somewhere along the way she got jealous, I don't know."
He paused for a brief moment. "But the fact remains that Kimberly Anne Stoppable is a thief and a murderer. Members of the jury, it is your duty to find her guilty, and she must pay for her crimes." Shego couldn't hear anymore of this. "Why don't you take this under advisement, Judge?" she asked as she fired a bolt of plasma at his desk. It left a three foot hole in the middle of it. "I've had enough. Bailiff, get her out of here!" the judge ordered. Armed guards rushed to restrain Shego, but even having to hold Camille, she was still formidable.
As an officer swung his nightstick, Shego fired up her plasma. Suddenly he was unarmed. Shego took advantage of his surprise to kick him through a concrete wall. Two more on each side circled her. Kim was tired of it all. She jumped over the bench and assisted Shego. "Never thought I'd see this day, Kimmie," Shego said with a laugh. "I owe you this," Kim said in return. "You helped me when no one else would," she continued. Shego ducked as an officer attempted to swing at her. "Hey, save the Kumbayas for when we're not surrounded by twelve officers," she quipped.
For several minutes, neither side made a move. The Judge was hiding under his desk. The security was trying to find an opening in Shego's and Kim's defenses. As they continued to circle, They were cut off by a new voice. "HEYY!" Everyone looked up to see who it was that had spoken. At the entrance to the courtroom, Kim saw a sight that brought joy to her heart.
Ronald Eugene Stoppable stood at the doorway. He was supported by a crutch and Yori. Kim took in his appearance. The sight of Ron, bandaged and his leg in a cast brought a rush of emotions to Kim, all at once. On one hand, she was relieved that he was alive. Then, she realized that he was hurt as a result of Camille, and Shego had to stop her from pouncing.
"I'll KILL her!" she yelled as she tried to get by Shego. For her part, Shego stood firm. "Kim, I went through too much to let you throw it all away now. Believe me when I say that Blondie here will face the music. Just calm down." As Shego spoke, Kim settled down. Her mood had not changed however, and she shot a venomous glare in Camille's direction.
With order restored to a degree, the judge had his men stand down. "Let's hear what Mr. Stoppable has to say," he said. Ron took the witness stand slowly. Yori never left his side. He took a moment to gather his thoughts, as he remembered what happened when he was attacked.
"Gotta love Monkey Fist and his obsession with castles." Ron began his search heading east. The sheer size of the building awed him. This was one of the largest castles he'd ever been to. He came to a pedestal, and saw that whatever was supposed to be on it was missing. "This was easier than I thought!" Ron spun around. The girl before him looked like Yori. But the voice was not her's. Ron knew he'd heard it somewhere.
As if in answer to his question, Camille showed herself. "Camille?" Ron studdered. He knew then that he was in danger. He tried to call the Mystical Monkey Power, but Camille either knew what he was doing or was just anxious. She struck fast, a hard, low side kick. It impacted his knee, breaking it. Ron stumbled. "Argg!" He had never felt such pain. He looked up to see that Camille had changed form again. Staring back at him was the face of his wife. "NO!" he cried, as the lights went out.
"I came too chained to a wall," Ron explained. "Camille was still in KP's form. She began beating me off and on for several hours." Ron paused. "Eventually, she hit my eye so hard it closed. I couldn't open it. It was about an hour later when Shego and Yori rescued me." The Judge nodded. "Bailiff, restrain Camille Leon," he ordered. They quickly chained her hand and foot, and led her from the courtroom.
The Judge turned to face Kim. "In light of this new evidence, and the fact that Ronald Stoppable is alive and well, this case is dismissed." The audience went up in celebration. Kim sent a knowing look to Shego. "Thank you, from the bottom of both mine and Ron's hearts," she said. There were tears of happiness in her eyes. Shego did something she never thought she'd do. She hugged her longtime foe.
Two weeks later, Kim visited Global Justice HQ. The first thing she saw when she entered the building was Will Du, with a mop and pail. He couldn't bring himself to meet her eyes. "He's learning a lesson," Dr. Director explained. "He will be on janitorial duty until he learns to treat his superiors and fellow agents with respect, regardless of their status." Kim stiffled a laugh. "As a matter of fact, how would you like his rank?" she asked. Kim couldn't refuse. "I'd love it. And Ron's recovering nicely," she replied. Kim thoroughly enjoyed the sight of Will Du humbled. But it was time to go. "I'll see you later. I'm late for dinner. Ron's making lasagna tonight." With that, she left to go get some.
The End