Earthcub12 Presents

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney ~ Courtroom Champions

-Detention Center-

Phoenix walked into the brightly-lit room, where he set his eyes upon Apollo Justice. Their soon-to-be client sat on the other side of the glass barrier. It appeared they were talking to each other. As Phoenix walked in and the guard closed the door behind the lawyer. Apollo turned around and smiled. "Hey, boss. How you holding up? Got what you needed?"

Phoenix nodded and sat down beside Apollo. David stood straight up, his arms clasped together. "So. It appears the Blue Apostle was correct in presuming I was the chosen one… for lack of a better term."

Phoenix said to him, "That's right, David. Now do you see?"

The priest beyond the glass had Maria's book in his hand. "I do see. I apologize for any doubt I may have given you. I must say, Apostle, you just may be the one. I hereby accept you as my lawyer."

"Excellent!" Phoenix said, smiling. "Don't you worry yourself, David! I'll get you out of here before you know it!"

"I trust your abilities, Blue Apostle." David said, nodding. "Now, please tell me what you found during your search. Did you find anything worthwhile?"

Suddenly, the guard entered the room. "Sorry, gentlemen." He said to Phoenix and Apollo. "Visiting hours are over. You will have to come by tomorrow."

"Well," David said, "I'm afraid this'll have to wait until the trial tomorrow. Blue Apostle?" David nodded to Phoenix and stood up to leave. He, then, turned to Apollo. "Apollo, thank you for your kind words. You are a much different man than I remember. Bless you." With that, David was escorted out of the room.

After leaving the room themselves, Phoenix asked Apollo, "What did you two talk about, if you don't mind me asking?"

"We… we talked about old times." Apollo answered.

"Sounds like you two go pretty far."

Apollo stroked his own chin. "Yeah, I'd so say. After all, we went to grade school together. He and I were quite a duo. Causing mischief, getting in trouble together, and whatnot. I say he and I both changed over time."

Phoenix smiled. This conversation also reminded him of a few fond memories. Phoenix may have always been strict around Mr. Justice and give him a hard time on numerous occasions, but he knew it was all to make Apollo a stronger, mature lawyer. Seeing Apollo finally age and become his equal was a satisfying sight. Phoenix remembered the good times as they walked back over to the office to prep for tomorrow.

-Wright Anything Agency-

As Phoenix and Apollo walked inside the office, they noticed a few things… unnatural. Black markings, broken dishes, and glass littered the floor Stains covered the furniture. Black smoke coming from the kitchen. Phoenix and Apollo peeked in and saw Athena and Trucy in the kitchen together, appearing to prep for dinner – with disastrous results.

"Trucy, don't just stand there, help me get this chicken in the oven!"

"Athena, that's not a chicken, it's meatloaf!"

"Well, help me get it cooked!"

This bickering went on until Phoenix said, "What the heck is going on in here!?"

Athena and Trucy, professional stage magician and Phoenix's adopted daughter, turned right around, Athena dropping the mysterious slob of meat onto the kitchen floor. Phoenix and Apollo stared at the kitchen in horror. "Oh, hey, guys!" Athena cheered. "You're back!"

"How long have we been gone!?" Apollo yelled.

"Um… for about five hours." Athena explained. "Maybe six. Trucy and I tried getting a dinner ready for you guys when you got back, but we had… complications."

Phoenix rubbed his face. "Hey, Trucy." He sighed. "How was practice?"

"Oh, it was great, daddy!" Trucy exclaimed, a wide grin on her face. "We learned so much! I finally learned how to disappear! Wanna see!?"

"Maybe later, sweetie." Phoenix said. "Apollo and I have a lot to do tonight. Wanna help Athena out by making this… mess, disappear?"

"Sure thing!" Trucy said. With a few waves of her hand, the dishes and food disappeared and teleport into the trash can.

"So, lay it on me, boys!" Athena exclaimed. "How'd the investigation go? Any leads?"

Phoenix and Apollo proceeded to tell Athena about the investigation thus far, from Filch's return, to Jack Anchor and Maria Cupp, and of course, the Blue Apostle tidbit. "Wow!" Athena said, an amazed expression on her face. "Sounds like you two had a hay-day!"

"Yeah, that's putting it lightly." Phoenix told her. "Look, why don't you just order some Chinese delivery or something. Apollo and I have a lot to do tonight."

"Yes! Dee-lish, boss!" Athena grinned. "Great idea!"

Just as Athena was about to order food, a knock came from the door. Phoenix called to Trucy who was in the other room, "Hey, Trucy!? Can you see who that is and tell them we're closed!?"

"On it, dad!" Trucy replied. She walked over to the door and opened it ajar. "Hi, ma'am! Sorry, but we're… Oh? …You met him today? …You have something to want to tell my dad? …Sure, come on in!"

"Trucy?" Phoenix called, looking through a folder of papers. "Who is it?"

Trucy came into the room. "Hey, dad, you have a visitor!"

"Trucy, what did I say?" Phoenix sighed, standing up. "I said, no visi-."

Suddenly, Detective Raya Novak entered the room. "Come now, Phoenix Wright. I thought you would always have time for me."

"R-Raya!" Phoenix said, surprised. "W-what are you doing here?"

"I just want to make my peace and I'll leave you alone. I guess you stuck to your word and is, for sure, defending the accused?"

Phoenix nodded. "I am, detective. I spoke to Mr. Vaughan today. We are settled. Nothing you say will convince me otherwise."

"I'm not here to pander you, Wright." Raya defended. "I just want to forewarn you about tomorrow's trial. If you have any questions, ask them now."

"Will do, detective." Phoenix told her. "Thank you."

TOMORROW'S TRIAL

"What do we know about the trial tomorrow? Who will be testifying?" Phoenix asked.

"As far as I know, myself and that reporter, Jack Anchor. We don't have a whole lot of leads right now, so if you know anyone that could be of importance, let me know now."

"Well, I can think of a couple." Phoenix told her. "The church's coffee lady, Maria Cupp, and maybe the church's janitor, Phineas Filch. Maria, however, told us that she prefers to not testify."

"I don't care." Raya told Phoenix. "It's called subpoena, Wright. The court requires and all witnesses to testify or otherwise be involved in the court, whether it be tomorrow or in a future trial. I'm afraid she has no choice."

(Sorry, Maria. I did the best I could…)

"What about this janitor?" Raya asked. "What makes him a valuable witness?"

"Phineas Filch, the janitor, didn't exactly see the killer face-to-face. He just caught him running from the scene. But I'm afraid otherwise, he has little-to-no relation to the case."

"Hmm… that's going to be tough to bring to court. I'll do the best I can, though."

PROSECUTOR

"What do we know about the prosecutor of the case?" Phoenix asked Raya.

Raya fell silent. She looked away as she crossed her arms. "I'm afraid this is the main thing I wanted to bring up to you, Wright. The prosecutor for tomorrow… this is their first trial in their career."

"Okay, so they're a rookie?" Apollo asked. "That's a little good at least."

Raya shook her head. "But don't undermine their skills. I know the prosecutor all too well."

"Can we have a name?" Apollo asked her.

"The prosecutor's name… is Hera Novak." Raya slowly said.

"Wait… Novak? Novak?" Phoenix repeated.

Raya nodded and looked away again. "That's right. The prosecutor tomorrow… is my very own sister."

HERA NOVAK

"You say this is her first trial?" Phoenix asked.

"I did. But don't underestimate her for it." Raya answered. "When she has her eyes set on something, she won't ever back down. She's also keen with details. I trust that you and Mr. Justice will watch yourselves out there."

"So your sister is a prosecutor and you're a detective, huh?" Apollo asked. "How did that come about?"

"I've always been studying criminal justice. I've been wanting to be a detective for as long as I can remember. Hera? She's just… had her eyes set on prosecuting for about nine years. Studying law, honing her skills. She's the real deal, boys. Plus, she and I have some… disagreements here and there. So if it gets awkward out there in the courtroom, I apologize. Not for myself, obviously. But for Hera."

Raya crossed her arms behind her back. "Anyway, that's all I need to say in that matter. I wish you both the best of luck, and I'll speak with you tomorrow."

"See you tomorrow, Raya." Phoenix said to her. "Thanks for everything!"

Raya turned to leave. Before she walked out the door, she turned around to the lawyers and said, "One quick thing. Whatever you guys do tomorrow… don't ask her about her arm."

Phoenix and Apollo looked at each other in puzzlement. "Wait…" Phoenix called out. "What is that supposed to mean? Who?"

"Good night." Raya left the office, shutting the door behind her as the lawyers sat in confusion, trying to studiously get back to work, despite the mysteries the day has brought upon them.

COURT RECORD

-Attorney Badge: My personal badge proving my profession. I never leave home without it.

-Owen's Autopsy Report: Cause of death was an instant kill by a David statue to the victim's head. Time of Death: About 8:00-8:30 PM. Victim is covered in bruises.

-Body Outline: The aftermath of the crime. Blood is splattered around the head and facial area. The statue sits to its left.

-David Statue:Depiction of Michelangelo's David statue. The murder weapon.

-Shattered Coffee Mug: A cup that was likely to have been shattered during the fight between Owen and the killer. Owen probably used this cup against said killer in defense. Was made by Maria Cupp for an ill Owen.

-Jar of Blood: A jar of blood found in Owen's office. Why he would have a jar of blood is the question.

-Child's Drawing: A drawing showing Owen, David, and an unknown woman. A bloody smear is on the side because of me.

-Bloody Print: Some kind of bloody print from a shoe on top of the dumpster. Could it be involved with the murder?

-Glass: Shards of glass littering the floor. Must have come from the broken window next to it. A shard has blood on it.

-Black Cloth: A black strip of cloth. Origin unknown.

PROFILES

-Apollo Justice: A strong, but loud and persistent, attorney who works with me at the agency. Is friends with the defendant.

-Athena Cykes: A gifted attorney that can read people's emotions though their hearts.

-David Vaughan: The suspect of the crime. A priest at the church where the murder took place.

-Jack Anchor: A prestigious news anchor who prides himself a bit too much. Witnessed the murderer.

-Raya Novak: A no-nonsense detective in charge of the investigation. Only been working for a few short months.

-Phineas Filch: A tricky thief that was a witness to a crime a long time ago and is now a janitor at the church.

-Damien Hope: A happy-go-lucky priest that was Owen's apprentice. An overall loving, trusting guy.

-Maria Cupp: The kind, eccentric coffee-lady that works at the church. Called the police.