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Record 3 - Against the world

- Silence animals! We're gonna start the trial, where the plaintiff Nicholas Piberious Wilde and his lawyer Dingoms, are seeking to sue the Commissioner Edwin Antilops, for discrimination and speciesism.

- Thank you Judge Trompez. My client, the Commissioner Antilops, has been in his position for 6 years, without any complaint, without any report. Police corruption in his administration decreased by 56%, the highest percentage in the last 15 years. - The pig continued talking, while Officer Hopps approached her friend's lawyer to whisper in his ear.

- I'm sorry, but I think I have a good argument for beating him, the hired sheeps...

- Ms. Hopps, Mr. Wilde is my client, trust me and return to your seat.

- I'm sorry, I'm sorry. - The doe sighed and surrendered returning to her seat.

- My client, the honorable Commissioner, was only doing his duty, keeping criminals away from the police force.

- Objection! You have no evidence to call him a "criminal"! - The doe spoke, jumping up from her seat, again.

- Overruled, Officer, remember that you are only a spectator, you cannot intervene.

- I'm sorry. - She sighed even more annoyed, ignoring the small smile that the fox gave her from his place.

Recording - Hopps 1-C

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That stupid pig was as corrupt as the stupid Commissioner! But, I'm pretty quiet, I could contact the best lawyer of Zootopia. I know that he'll show them the best arguments! In your face Antilops.

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- Thank you Judge, I'll explain the situation of Mr Wilde. He had some difficulties bringing bread to his table. He needs the job to start again. Thank you.

- Wait a minute… that's all? - Judy was puzzled. - What happened to the exposure to speciesism in his youth and... is he saving it for later?

Recording - Hopps 2-C

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My answer was: No… our "honorable" Lawyer was a terrible liar and I swear that I saw how he and the Commissioner winked at each other. But it won't stay like this... They don't know who I am.

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- Carrots, this looks terrible, winning is not a possibility for us, we're not even close.

- It's not our fault... well, partly mine. I should have found you a better lawyer.

- A speciesist lawyer allied with the defendant. Don't worry, it's really not surprising. - The fox's green eyes showed his weariness, and Judy could sense a kind of disappointment, one much like on the day of her press conference.

- Don't worry, there's still a lot to do, Nick.

- Like what?

- Oh just trust me.

Recording - Wilde 1-C

That scary smile Hopps... I don't know who is going to be her victim... but you should all watch out... it might even be me.

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- You're fired!

- What? - Nick and his lawyer said totally surprised.

- Like you heard, you are fired.

- Listen to me bunny, this trial is a disaster for you, what are you going to do without a lawyer?, and none will want helping a fox and…

- That's the reason. He is not "a fox". He is a citizen of Zootopia, so honorable as me and you, and he deserves his own opportunity. - The doe's determined gaze completely impressed the fox and perplexed the dingo.

- No one will want to represent him, least of all at this point in the trial.

- Don't worry, I've already found someone, have a nice day, Mr. Dingoms.

The lawyer took his briefcase and left them in complete annoyance. His plan had been completely frustrated.

- As cute as your words were Carrots, the lawyer in speciesism is right... I won't find a lawyer, although it was cute of you to tell him that we already had someone, good lie!

- Careful Wilde, you got two strikes for the use of the "C" word, and don't worry, I'll represent you.

- You will what?

- Look, I know I'm not a lawyer, but I told you, I took my law courses and I have something that no other lawyer has.

- A super tender stubbornness that doesn't know when to give up.

The doe punched her friend's arm and continued.

- The real intention and promise that we will win. Do you trust me?

The twinkle in her purple eyes made the fox sigh.

- Who can say no to the C look! It is unfair. But seriously... thank you Fluff.

- Don't thank me yet, there's a jury and judge to convince.

The recess time was over. The elephant called everyone back into session. The clerk of the court notified the change of counsel and took her seat.

- So Officer Hopps, you will represent Mr. Wilde?

- I will, Your Honor. Is that correct for you?

- If that's what your client decided, that's fine with me. So, ready for closing arguments? We begin with the defense.

- Of course, Your Honor. - The pig stood up, facing the jury of eight mammals. - Dear jury, a few weeks ago, Zootopia experienced one of its biggest crises in years, a crisis in which Mr. Wilde was involved. The Commissioner just wants a place where your families can feel safe and free, if anyone tries to harm the city, you know that there are trusted police officers who will fight for all of you. If this mammal with a dubious past enters ZPA, he is a danger to that peace, in your paws you have the option to save the city. Thank you.

- Officer Hopps, it's your turn.

- Thank you Judge Trompez. - Judy cleared her throat and quickly approached the jury, with a hard stare and began to point at each of them. - We have a very mixed jury today, a pig, 2 sheeps, a sloth and 4 otters.

I don't know what a pig is doing on the jury, they are known for being cunning and dirty, for getting everything by stealing.

- Excuse me, what slander is that! - The pig stood up in annoyance.

- 2 sheeps... - Judy continued. - How to trust them? Do we know that they are free from being Bellwether partners? Are they a reliable species?

- What the hell is she doing... - Nick began to undo his tie.

- And those four otters, they're depredators, which we've seen go savage...

- Stop Officer and silence everyone in the courtroom. - The judge interrupted - Stick to the facts of the case and avoid offending the jury.

- Of course. It was annoying, wasn't it? They were offended and hurt, who am I to label them in that way? Who am I to think that way about you without even knowing you?

There's no point in centuries of evolution if we don't stop looking at the species and start seeing ourselves as individual mammals. Beyond biological differences, everyone is different, being born in a certain species does not prevent you from being a bad mammal, or being born as a certain personality.

My client, my friend, Mr. Wilde, does indeed have a difficult past, but have you ever thought about why?

Gradually the voices in the room faded away, leaving only Judy's voice echoing through the room.

- Because no one gave him a chance, they singled him out, labeled him, and segregated him, giving him nothing to fight with. Yes, maybe he made the "mistake" of falling into the stereotype assigned to him, but he has noticed his mistake and wants to remedy it.

I watched him struggle to find the truth in the case of the night howlers, 48 hours without rest, risking his life at every step. Being brave, loyal, helpful, and... trustworthy.

Nick felt a tear roll down his cheek and his mouth fell open in surprise.

- The defense asked you if that's the kind of cops you want looking out for you and your families... My resounding answer is yes... I can't imagine anyone better for this. And you have in your paws today, the option to start a great change and for our generation to be remembered. Thank you.

The room fell completely silent, the elephant cleared his throat and continued.

- The jury is ready to show its decision?

- Yes, your honor . - They said in unison.

- And we believe that Mr. Wilde should be admitted to the ZPA.

Judy, who had just taken her seat, slapped her friend's arm in jubilation, ignoring the growing pain, the fox looked everything on in complete amazement.

- Then, after deliberation by the jury and review of the evidence, I declare that Mr. Nicholas Piberious Wilde should be admitted as a cadet in the ZPA. While Commissioner Edwin Antilops shall be suspended from office for 6 months, will be suspended from office for 6 months, having been convicted on charges of speciesism. - The judge struck the gavel closing the trial. The jury applauded complacently and gradually the courtroom was released.

- Did you see the way Antilops was looking at us? What an idiot! He should never have underestimated the Hopps-Wilde team!

- Do we have a team name?

- Of course we do! Let's go to Starbulls for coffee and muffins! I'm starving.

They both walked out of the courthouse, and after a few steps, Judy felt Nick stopping her.

- What 's up Nick? Is something wrong? - She turned with concern when she saw the expression on her friend's face. He knelt down to her level.

- Listen, I'm not very good at this, so I'll make it quick... Judy... I thank you enormously for all your effort, for all your hard work, but most of all, for your faith in me. No one has ever taken the trouble to defend me... not even myself. I promise you that I will not let you down, I will train, I will study and I will take care of being Valedictorian to be your partner at the end. Wilde's word. - He raised his paw as a sign of promise.

- Nick I... I only did what was right, neither you nor any other mammal deserves to live like this, and I know there is still a long way to go, but we can build a better place. I...

- Oh sentimental bunnies! Don't cry anymore, that's why I didn't want to say anything. - Nick pulled her into a hug, while she let it all out. - And you are ruining my shirt.

- If that happens, you would now owe me two favors.

- FYI Carrots, it's a collector's item!

- But from the bad taste section eh!

- Of course not, and If we could name our association, that would be Wilde-Hopps! Sounds better.

- In your dreams dumb fox.

They both left laughing and walking towards the cafeteria.

Recording - Wilde 2-C

And that's how Carrots and I won our second big battle, and we got another enemy, because of course, there are never enough, huh!

As I told Hopps, I would strive to be the best. As soon as I had the chance, I came home and started the training diet she gave me.

I must admit it's not so bad.

She told me that we are about to start physical training... How hard can it be coming from a cute little bunny! But now.. There are a couple of things that I've to settle down before my big trip to ZPA.

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- Are you pretty sure about this, child?

- Don't worry Finn, it will be amazing, can you trust me. eh!

- Not really, not since you met that…

- Hey Nick! Oh hi little toot toot! - The girl and the red fox started laughing.

- And she is the origin of my problems. I don't want to be the third wheel here, so, bye!

The fennec put on his aviators, took his cigarette and started walking away from them.

- I didn't know Finnick smoked.

- Oh it's only when he gets very stressed.

- Oh... anyway, - She said enthusiastically. -Are you ready to start Hopps' special training?

- Oh calm down Officer, this cadet has a more important business first.

- So, why did you ask me to meet you in this park at the end of my shift?

- Because we need to take care of something important, come with me and no more questions.

- But...

- Ah, ah, ah. I said without questions.

- Okay, let 's go!

- You just follow me.

The neighborhood where they were was not well known for the rabbit. She had seen it on her way to the police station, it was quite nice and calm. Even though it was a partly cloudy and warm summer day, the girl's enthusiasm was waning, becoming a victim of fatigue after 1 hour of walking.

- Wilde admit it, you're lost! I swear I've seen that old dead tree at least three times!

- Oh no, there were really 4.

- What? So we are lost!

- Oh no, of course not, I know this city more than my paw. Don't forget that.

- So where the hell are we!

- Don't worry, we're here! - Nick pointed to a tall apartment building

- Wait a minute Wilde… this is where we started walking an hour ago!

- Oh quiet Carrots, this is a little surprise! And please ,diminish your strength, someday you'll make me lose my arm.

- Oh don't tell me that I will finally see your house.

- It's your lucky day, come on!

Judy followed him confused. The male had his classic sly smile on his face.

"Oasis Boulevard" she read as they entered. They walked to the elevator to the top floor.

- Do you really live on the top floor?

- That's right Fluff, the last floor is number 10, you must always remember that.

- Do you really live in the penthouse? - The girl was amazed, until she saw two main doors. - "Pentwin", that is the name of the penthouse?- The doe leaned over to read the plates on the doors, while her friend stifled his laughter. - I don't understand.

- I'll explain to you, Pentwin A is my place. Pentwin B is yours.

- Oh I see… wait, what?

- Officer Hopps, meet your new home! Welcome to Pentwin.

The fox placed the key, revealing a large apartment with a small living room, a full kitchen, a large window with a view of the city, a large bathroom and two quite comfortable bedrooms.

- I... I don't understand.

- Yes, it's a weird switch. - Joked the fox while he turned on the light. - But...

- Nick... - She put her paw on his, still not coming out of her shock. - Did you rent us the penthouse?

- Something like that... Look, since we are a team, I was not going to allow my partner, the heroine of Zootopia, to sleep in a cubby hole without her own bathroom. So I bought these.

- You bought... but...

- Don't worry, they are 100% legal and bought with honest money. If I have this new reboot, it's thanks to you, so, see it as my way of saying thank you. It is comfortable and the police station is around ten minutes walking...

The boy couldn't finish the sentence, his friend was beginning to suffocate him.

- You are the best Nick!... I promise to be the best partner in the world.

- For your further information Fluff, you already are.

- This place is incredible, so much space, that view... and the privacy! It is perfect! I just have one doubt. Why the "Twin" in the name?

- Oh you see, it has a door that connects to mine and before you think wrong, that's how they sold it to me. Are you okay with this?

- I couldn't say otherwise... Thanks Nick.

- To you Carrots! I hope you are a good neighbor, Finnick will be my roommate.

- Really? Did he accept the legalized ice cream store?

- One victory at a time Judes, there is no need to be ambitious.

- Nick, everything is great! You will enter the academy in a couple of weeks, we will begin your training, the move!

- Great moments are coming, I know!

To be continued…

Happy new year to everyone! I wish you an excellent 2024! I had a lot, a lot of work and I couldn't write until now and I hope that you like it! Was funny because this chapter took me so much time that I finished it in a very different way from the original idea, but I love the result!