July 29, 9:00 P.M. District Court, Defendant Lobby No. 3
Bethany said, "Thanks for everything, Mr. Wright. I probably wouldn't have gotten out of this without you."
The attorney replied, "That's understandable. After all, who wouldn't get a scare if their life was in danger from wrongful prosecution?"
Maya agreed, but had another question.
"Nick... remember back when Mr. Watson was shot? The police probably still are investigating the incident right now. But who would have the nerve to shoot a high school principal?"
Phoenix added, "The same goes for Reggie's murder. Who killed him? If it wasn't Bethany, there's going to be someone else who gets framed."
Bethany shuddered and shakily said, "I think some of my students could become potential suspects. Maybe, as a safeguard, you should be on the ready to defend a student at any time."
The attorney theorized, "Likely the most likely to be framed next are the drum majors, section leaders, and those close to Reggie, like his girlfriend... or his 'ex'."
Maya smiled, "Remember, Nick? Remember when you were..."
Phoenix sighed, "Well, yeah, of course I remember when I was framed for a murder I didn't commit in the first place. But that's another story. Anyway, we're not exactly going to spend the rest of our day in the courtroom lobby."
Maya gasped, "Burgers?" The attorney dug into his pocket, and unfortunately felt that his wallet was in it. "Sure. I just hope my wallet doesn't end up 5 pounds lighter thanks to your appetite." Both of them walked down the hall as Bethany pulled out her phone and called someone.
August 1, 9:00 A.M. Wright and Co. Law Offices
Phoenix roused himself from slumber when he heard the phone ring. Drifting across the bed, his hands fumbling. He hesitantly picked up the receiver and groaned, "Hello?"
"Mr. Wright!"
"Bethany, why are you calling me?"
"It's terrible! I don't believe it!"
"What happened?"
"Marching band was in session, and the police pulled up and took them away!"
"What do you mean by 'took them away'?"
"The police arrested Allison Brooks and Jamie Patterson... for murder!"
"Murder?! What murder?"
"The murder of Reggie Simmons! They took Allison because they think she tried to kill Mr. Watson!"
"Okay, the police is seriously messed up. Arresting two innocent teens for murder?"
"Well, it's the police. They have to blame it on somebody."
"In fact, I'll be down at the Detention Center in 15 minutes!"
"Good! They'll need your help!"
Phoenix hung up and shivered, worried about how this new escapade would end.