sevenvices | week 7 - trial; day 2

seven vices case 7 trial, day 2

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sunday
At 9AM, every television will go off, loud enough to wake anyone sleeping. The calm, apathetic voice will advise everyone to gather in the chapel for the trial. Static will continue to blare in the head of anyone dillydallying.

Once all of the guests have gathered in the chapel, the doors will lock. Most of the pews have been moved aside to allow for more space, and a few tables have been set up on the altar. On the first, there is an additional copy of the rulebook, and the information cards of the victim and suspects laid out, with space for the suspects to provide their whereabouts, as well as an autopsy report. There is also a large wheeled chalkboard upon which you may write theories. On the second table is a pitcher of water and some glasses, as well as very simple sandwiches and pastries.

The door behind the altar has finally been unlocked. It's a rather plain room with an area set off by a folding screen. Inside, you will find a table on which the victim's body has been laid out. Next to the table, two black and white photographs have been hung on the screen. they are close ups of the victim's body, as it was found when the body discovery announcement chimed. A few sticks of incense burn in the corner to avoid any smells.

At 6PM, the trial will adjourn, after which everyone is expected to have cast their votes.

>Discuss?

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[ He waves a hand lightly ]

Well, I would say the threat of being caught as a killer is a bit different from being chased by a dog, personally. Astrid certainly has more physical skill than Sadie though, it's true. I don't think that's up for debate, at least.

Mhm, it's possible she could have been surprised and tripped just now...

[ He nods ]

...Technically speaking, I think any sort of "test" of physical aptitude or knowledge is probably about as reliable as our buddy system.

[ THANKS VEGETA!! ]

I don't think we'd ever conclusively be able to rule someone out, since it's always possible to lie or mislead us. I don't think it's impossible that Sadie could have run this amount. Perhaps not in her personality naturally, yes, but under duress? I think that would change things.

That's right! Because when you're under a lot of pressure, your body can work differently.

( LIke fighting a real battle versus a practice match with your friends. )

So you're saying that they were high on adrenaline.

( Adrenawhat? )

... Yes?

That's my feeling, at least. I don't think her laziness excludes her a possibility. In fact, it's what had been mentioned earlier, right? Because it's a part of her personality we know, we also dismissed the idea that she could have done it. But that makes it very convenient for her as well, I think.

Hey, can you alibi out the robot?

Oh, yes. We left Dumpy locked in the bathroom.

[ the shame corner ]

The screeching isn't quite as bad with a door in between.

...That's it, if I don't get killed for someone else's dumb mistakes I'm having a sleepover every Thursday. Ugh. I hate you all for making that a thing I'm even considering.

You can come hang out in our room!

[no]

[ She perks up a little. SHE DOES LIKE UNDYNE? but she'd lose her mind in there... ]

Really? I wasn't sure who I'd even...sleepover with. [ Usually she figures in terms of safety Stormfly is enough. But Stormfly can't alibi her out. ]

Of course! Team Pride's gotta stick together, right? [SHE'S GONNA GET BREAK IN THERE ONE OF THESE DAYS JUST YOU WAIT...] And you're super cool, it'll be fun!

We'll probably have to move your mattress in though, we're running out of places for people to sleep.

I don't mind you having the extra one even if you weren't going to let me join in.

[ IT'S NOT LIKE SHE NEEDS TWO... ]

Nah it's fine, I've been sleeping by the door anyway. That way I'll know immediately if someone tries to get in or leave. [no one is allowed to make breakfast alone at buttfuck early in the morning under her watch]

Smart move. I usually have Stormfly by my door, but...I doubt she'd fit with as many people as you seem to have.

[ :|a OR COULD SHE no ]

We can always try! I can't leave a fellow monster out in the cold to sleep by herself! [THIS WILL SURELY WORK OUT WELL]

Thanks, Undyne. She doesn't mind sleeping outside, but...I'm sure she'd like the company.

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[ He laughs and shoots her a sympathetic smile ]

Trust me, I understand the feeling.

[ mr. almost got deda'd over being stubborn ]

I thought it was so STUPID. Stormfly's a better buddy than anyone when it comes to defense? But now because I didn't want to bother, and because I'm athletic, I have a fifty-fifty shot of dying. Over not liking slumber parties.

There's absolutely no way I'll get into Valhalla if I die today.

[ Break is actually a little surprised by what she says, and it shows on his face before his expression shifts to one that's sympathetic. He had definitely felt the same way when he was a suspect, but actually showing empathy is... Hard. But he tries. ]

...Well, it is stupid.

[ IT NEVER WORKS!! ]

I will— Well. You shouldn't have to worry about where you'll go after. We won't let you die for someone else's crime. I won't, because letting someone get away with Gilbert's murder would be...

[ He reaches up to cough awkwardly into his hand, since this is too sentimental for him to continue. Please let him die, this is his new embarrassing moment. Having feelings. ]

...I don't believe you did this, is my point.

[ ...Break, are you having feelings. Please allow Astrid to stare at you in complete surprise for a few moments here at the fact you can have nearly sentimental feelings. ]

...Well, thanks. I obviously know I didn't do it. But it's nice that other people think so, too. And I'm glad for the reason. No one should be allowed to...get away with this. It isn't right.

[ She has pretty negative feelings about retirement, as seen by her conversation with Buddy uh ]

...I couldn't bring shame to Team Pride, right?

[ ugh just execute him he wants to die now ]

...No, I would hope not! We clearly are the best team after all, right?

[ He can't even respond to the rest because it's too embarrassing. Good job, Break. ]

That's an easy win, yeah.

[ Astrid's team is ALWAYS the best team??????????? i mean vegeta did kill someone and alisha got killed, but the rest of them are doing okay! ]

Does that mean you'll be joining our sleepover?! [LET HER BABYSIT YOU BREAK LOOK HOW EXCITED SHE IS]