Chapter 2240 Sentence

Chapter 2240 Sentence

The Law Enforcement Division was granted full authority to conduct the trial as they saw fit, a power acknowledged and accepted by the Magus Alliance High Council.

For the pirate matter, the supreme judge summoned a wide array of witnesses, calling upon more than 100 individuals. These included citizens from multiple planets within the sector, the enforcers in charge of security, faction leaders, and even some members of the pirate crew themselves. The diverse range of testimonies provided a comprehensive view of the events and crimes committed.

The sentences handed down were severe. The Turtle Rock pirate's goods and assets were confiscated, and the pirate magus were sentenced to slavery under the authority of the Karat faction, to be distributed and utilized as they saw fit. However, these sentences did not apply to the three cosmos grand magus, who were deemed too powerful and dangerous to control as slaves. Their fate remained a significant concern due to their potential to cause further trouble.

The most infamous of the pirates, Khazrak One-Eyed, faced the harshest punishment. Found guilty of numerous heinous crimes, he was sentenced to death, both body and soul. As the sentence was pronounced, Khazrak laughed maniacally, his deranged cackles echoing through the courtroom, a chilling reminder of his ruthless nature.

Calypso the Heathen Goddess, who had fallen during the battle and had her soul seized, faced an even graver punishment. Her sentence involved 1,000 years of spirit torture, a torment designed to reflect the severity of her crimes.

Emery realized that the nature of the sentence hinted at a deeper secret regarding Gaira's identity and the Magus Alliance's valuation of strength. Gaira's response was both defiant and revealing. He glanced at the Karat brothers with a dismissive air and declared, "I will not serve under these two idiots... I choose the frontline." The courtroom buzzed with murmurs following Gaira's declaration.

Once the sentences for the pirates were pronounced, attention turned to the dispute between the four major factions: the Karat, the Qin, the Croft, and the Hauten. This matter was handled with greater confidentiality, as the hearing was restricted to a select group of thirty individuals, each chosen for their relevance and authority.

The Croft faction faced serious allegations, supported by both witness testimonies and tangible evidence. The charges against them were grave, and the evidence presented was damning, making their position precarious. In contrast, the Qin faction's involvement was contested solely through the Croft's own testimony, with no independent evidence directly linking them to the accused crimes. The disparity in the nature of the accusations set the stage for a complex and nuanced legal confrontation.

Emery was struck by the Supreme judge's approach to the questioning. Despite being fully aware of the facts, Judge Candice revealed only what was necessary to the public, carefully curating the information shared. By doing so, the judge maintained a controlled narrative, allowing the proceedings to focus on key elements without overwhelming or misguiding the audience.

Barry Croft, unable to mask his frustration, was compelled to accept a severe punishment for his faction's crimes. The Croft faction faced a staggering fine of 30 billion spirit stones, a sum that would strain their resources significantly. Additionally, they had their rights to various planetary resources within the sector revoked, further crippling their operations. As part of the sentence, they were also barred from holding any formal positions, including Barry's Senior council role, for the next 100 years. To compound their woes, the Croft faction was required to contribute three times the usual number of men to the frontline, a massive increase in their military obligations. This harsh sentence was expected to set back their progress in the sector by at least 300 years, a significant blow to their influence and capabilities.

The Qin faction, though not entirely exempt from repercussions, received a comparatively lighter sentence. They were fined 3 billion spirit stones and barred from holding any formal positions for the next cycle, which was 30 years. The Qin accepted this punishment with relative ease, viewing it as a mere slap on the wrist in comparison to the Croft's severe penalties. Just when Emery thought the proceedings were concluding, he was taken aback by the opening of another case. This new dispute involved himself and the Nephilim. Lady Ishtar entered the room with a confident stride, her entourage in tow. She greeted Emery with a wicked smile, signaling that the case was about to take a turn he hadn't anticipated.T/his chapter is updat/ed by nov(ê(l)biin.c/o/m