The Lost Turnabout - Transcript

Note: This transcript was created from a game script of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Justice for All for the Nintendo DS.

Phoenix:

...*huff*...*huff*...

Phoenix:

Grr!! How did I get into this mess...?

That's far enough!

You can't run forever, Mr. Phoenix Wright!

Phoenix:

Wha...!?

What have I done wrong!?

I cannot allow you

to go on like this!

Phoenix:

...?

Phoenix:

B-But I'm just a simple defense attorney!

Silence!

You are no longer worthy

of your title.

September 8, 9:08 AM District Court Defendant Lobby No. 1

Phoenix:

What a nightmare...

Phoenix:

And I bet it was this

ringtone that caused it...

Phoenix:

I really shouldn't be dozing

off right before a trial

starts anyway...

Phone:

...*beep*...

Phoenix:

Huh... looks like they hung up.

? ? ?:

Ah, good.

I finally found it.

? ? ?:

Talk about a close call.

I hate to do this to you, but...

? ? ?:

It's nothing personal...

Mr. Attorney.

A few minutes later... District Court Defendant Lobby No. 1

Phoenix:

...

Phoenix:

Ouch...

My head...

It's throbbing...

Phoenix:

And why does it feel...

so foggy in there...?

? ? ?:

Gooood morning!

Phoenix:

Ack!

Phoenix:

Uh...

G-Good morning...

? ? ?:

What's wrong!?

You don't look well!

? ? ?:

People are at their best

first thing in the morning!

Where's that fighting spirit!?

Phoenix:

...

Sorry, but can you please

turn the cheeriness down?

Phoenix:

My head... sort of hurts...

? ? ?:

Roger that!

Phoenix:

...

? ? ?:

...

Phoenix:

...

Um...

Am I in trouble or something?

? ? ?:

Huh?

"Trouble...?"

Phoenix:

W-Wait, never mind.

You're a policewoman,

right?

Phoenix:

I thought maybe I had

done something wrong...?

? ? ?:

Wh-What are you talking about?

? ? ?:

I'm the one in trouble!

Phoenix:

...

What?

Byrde:

I'm placing my life in your

hands today, Mr. Phoenix

Wright!

Phoenix:

Life...

in...

my hands...?

Byrde:

You promised me!

You said you would prove

that I was not guilty!

Phoenix:

"N... Not... guilty"?

Byrde:

Just when I thought all hope

was lost; when all the other

lawyers had laughed me off...

Byrde:

"Leave it to me!" you said!

You! The one and only Phoenix

Wright came to save the day!

Byrde:

And just like that, I was

moved to tears, sir!

Byrde:

I'll never forget what you're

doing for me, EVER!

Phoenix:

(What is this girl babbling

about...?)

Byrde:

Actually, I really love to

watch court proceedings, and

I always root for you to win!

Byrde:

When I'm off duty, I like to

come here and...

Byrde:

...?

Byrde:

What's wrong? You've been

acting really strange and you

keep staring at me.

Byrde:

You're making me kind of

nervous, sir...

Phoenix:

Oh... sorry.

Phoenix:

(Hmm... I'm afraid to ask,

but here goes...)

Phoenix:

So, this might sound bad,

but... uh...

Who are you...?

Byrde:

Whaaaaat!?

Byrde:

Mr. Wright!!

How can you say that!?

Byrde:

How can you do this to the

fragile heart of a girl about

to go on trial...?

Byrde:

You're absolutely horrible!

Phoenix:

No -- I mean, I didn't mean it

like that!

Byrde:

Is this how a defense attorney

treats his clients, sir!?

I can't believe this!!

Phoenix:

No, it's just...

...Well, I think you have the

wrong person.

Phoenix:

I'm...

Byrde:

Yes...!?

"I'm..."!?

Phoenix:

...

Phoenix:

... I'm...

Who am I?

(Why am I drawing a blank...?)

Bailiff:

The trial will begin shortly.

Bailiff:

Will the defendant and her

lawyer please proceed to

the courtroom immediately!

Byrde:

The trial's about to start!

I'm counting on you in

there, OK?

Phoenix:

(Hmm... I guess I must

have amnesia ...)

Phoenix:

(Let's see... What can I piece

together...?)

Phoenix:

(Hmm, from our conversation,

I can safely say that I'm

probably a defense attorney .)

Phoenix:

(And that girl...

I said I'd prove her " not

guilty "...)

Phoenix:

(I can't believe I made such

an irresponsible promise.)

Phoenix:

Aaaaaargh!

Someone, please!!

Phoenix:

Tell me this is just a bad

dream!

(Why do I get the feeling this

is one dream I won't be waking

up from...? *gulp*)

September 8, 10:00 AM

District Court

Courtroom No. 2

Judge:

Court is now in session for

the trial of Maggey Byrde.

Payne:

The prosecution is ready,

Your Honor.

Phoenix:

...

Judge:

What is it, Mr. Wright?

Phoenix:

Um, er...

Are you talking to me...?

Judge:

Do you see any other defense

attorneys here?

Phoenix:

(I guess not. Urk.)

Judge:

Now then, are you ready?

Phoenix:

Actually, you see, Your

Honor...

My memory is kind of...

Judge:

The court will not hear

the defense's excuses.

Judge:

Because the defendant is a

member of the police, this

case is under great scrutiny.

Judge:

Therefore, we must make this

trial fair but swift.

Judge:

I believe I have told you this

before. I hope you're not

telling me you've forgotten!

Phoenix:

(Actually, I did...)

Judge:

Mr. Payne, your opening

statement, please.

Payne:

Yes, Your Honor.

Payne:

As I'm sure you're well aware,

the defendant is accused of

killing her lover.

Payne:

What's worse, her lover was a

fellow police officer !

Phoenix:

A policeman?

You did WHAT to a policeman!?

Byrde:

It wasn't me!

Byrde:

And besides,

Dustin and I...

Byrde:

We weren't "lovers" like that!

Payne:

In any case...

Payne:

The prosecution will prove

that the guilty party is none

other than the defendant!

Judge:

Very well.

Judge:

Mr. Payne, please call your

first witness.

Payne:

Hee, hee, hee.

It's been a while, Mr. Wright.

Payne:

Let's see what you've

learned since last time.

Payne:

I won't show you any mercy

this time, rookie!

Phoenix:

Okaaay...

(And who are you again!?)

Payne:

Please bring Detective

Dick Gumshoe to the stand.

Byrde:

Here we go!

Don't let me down, Mr. Wright!

Phoenix:

(Nowhere to hide...

I'm sooo dead...)

Payne:

Witness, please state your

name and occupation.

Gumshoe:

My name is Dick Gumshoe, sir.

Gumshoe:

I'm the detective in charge

of homicides down at the

precinct, sir.

Judge:

You don't look very well,

Detective.

Gumshoe:

Well, sir, the defendant...

She works under me,

so, you know...

Phoenix:

You work under that detective?

Byrde:

Yes, sir! And while I was a

trainee, he was always

watching out for me, sir!

Byrde:

He's such a wonderful guy,

sir! I'll never forget what

he's done for me!

Phoenix:

(OK, calm down, I believe

you.)

Payne:

Detective Gumshoe.

Payne:

Please describe for us

the details of this murder.

Gumshoe:

Yes, sir.

Gumshoe:

It happened at the park near

headquarters, " Exposé Park ".

Gumshoe:

The victim was one of the

local cops, Dustin Prince.

Gumshoe:

He was pushed down from the

benches on the upper path,

sir.

Gumshoe:

The landing beat his body up

bad and snapped his neck.

Payne:

The details are listed in the

report that was distributed

yesterday...

Judge:

Ah, yes.

This autopsy report, correct?

Phoenix:

(Why do I not remember

getting a copy...?)

Judge:

I see everything is

in order here.

Judge:

Even the estimated time of

death is unusually well

documented!

Gumshoe:

The victim's watch stopped

from the impact of the

landing, sir.

Gumshoe:

The results of the autopsy

confirmed the time of death.

Payne:

If I may, Your Honor,

Payne:

the prosecution would like to

submit this photograph.

Judge:

Very well.

The court accepts

it into evidence.

Crime Photo 1 added to the Court Record.

Judge:

Now then, I recall at

yesterday's preliminary

hearing,

Judge:

a very important piece of

evidence was brought to

our attention.

Payne:

Yes, Your Honor.

Gumshoe:

Yes, sir.

Phoenix:

Yes... I guess?

Judge:

Mr. Wright!

Is your head on right today!?

Judge:

There was a very crucial piece

of evidence found under the

victim's body!

Phoenix:

Um, was there?

Byrde:

Have you lost your mind!?

Phoenix:

Well, actually...

Phoenix:

Um, it's just nerves.

Give me a second.

Byrde:

Whaaaat!?

Byrde:

How can you talk like such an

amateur!? I thought you were

a pro, sir!

Byrde:

...

Byrde:

Alright, sir.

I'll help you through this!

Byrde:

At a time like this, maybe you

ought to take a glance at the

Court Record !

Phoenix:

...Court Record?

Byrde:

Yup! Info about evidence and

people involved with this case

are all listed there, sir!

Byrde:

You can look at the Court

Record by touching the

Court Record Button !

Phoenix:

The Court Record Button ...?

You really know what you're

talking about, huh?

Byrde:

It's too bad I'm a cop, right?

Just think! I could totally

be a legal aide instead!

Judge:

Mr. Wright.

Phoenix:

Yes, Your Honor!

Judge:

Court is in session.

Save your chit-chat for later!

Phoenix:

S-Sorry, Your Honor...

Phoenix:

(Well, I guess I'd better

check the Court Record ,

and see what I can find...)

Phoenix:

(What was it again?

The Court Record Button ...?)

Judge:

Alright, Mr. Wright.

Let's see if your notes are in

order.

Judge:

What was the piece of evidence

found underneath the victim's

body?


 * A wallet ******************************* * *

Phoenix:

Um... I'm pretty sure it was a wallet...

Payne:


 * *OBJECTION!* * *

Payne:

This is a court of law! You can't just make wild guesses!

Judge:

Agreed.

Byrde:

They're right, Mr. Wright!

Byrde:

You have to check the Court Record before you answer!

Byrde:

If you don't, your client might end up with a guilty verdict!

Phoenix:

("Your client"? You do realize

that's you, right?)

Judge:

I will ask you one more time.


 * RETURN TO QUESTION * ********************************************
 * RETURN TO QUESTION * ********************************************


 * Glasses ********************************

Phoenix:

That's simple, Your Honor.

A broken pair of glasses.

Judge:

That's right.

* * CONTINUE * ********************************************


 * A police badge *************************

Phoenix:

If he's a cop, then I guess

maybe a badge or something...

Payne:

* *OBJECTION!* * *

Payne:

Mr. Wright! Please stick to

the facts of this case!

Phoenix: * *OBJECTION!* * *

Phoenix:

He is a policeman, correct?

Payne:

I don't think you understand

the problem here.

Judge:

I will not have an uninformed

lawyer in my court.

Phoenix:

Yes, Your Honor.

(Guess there's no fooling those two.)

Byrde:

Please, for my sake, look at

the Court Record, sir!

Phoenix:

(Uh, it's the Court Record

Button, right?)

Judge:

I will ask you one more time.

* * RETURN TO QUESTION * ********************************************

Gumshoe:

The victim grabbed the

criminal's glasses as he

was being shoved, sir,

Gumshoe:

and held onto them as he fell.

Phoenix:

...

Byrde:

Hey!

Why are you giving me the

evil eye!?

Phoenix:

Those glasses you're

wearing...

Byrde:

Nnnngh...

Byrde:

Yes, this is my spare pair.

Byrde:

But these glasses they found

at the scene of the crime are

not mine! I swear, sir!

Phoenix:

You sure about that?

Byrde:

Look, it was a coincidence

that on that same day, I

accidentally stepped on mine!

Phoenix:

(A "coincidence" she says...

Urk...)

Payne:

Eh hee hee hee hee hee hee!

Your Honor.

Payne:

I have further evidence to

present.

Judge:

Oh? You have more?

Payne:

And this evidence is very

decisive.

Judge:

Very well!

Judge:

Let's hear from our witness

about this "evidence".

WITNESS TESTIMONY

Testimony

-- Decisive Evidence --

Gumshoe:

There's something even more

incriminating than the glasses

under the victim's body, sir.

Gumshoe:

During his date, the victim

was pushed from the bench

area.

Gumshoe:

But he managed to write the

culprit's name on the ground

where he landed.

Gumshoe:

I don't like saying it, but it

was clearly the defendant's

name, "Maggie", sir.

Gumshoe:

With this piece of evidence

and the glasses, it's hard to

say she's not the culprit.

Payne:

This is a picture of the

writing, Your Honor.

Judge:

Why, this is...!

Judge:

Yes, I can see the name

is clearly written here.

Payne:

The prosecution would like

to submit this picture.

Judge:

Understood.

The court accepts it into

evidence.

Crime Photo 2 added to the

Court Record.

Phoenix:

As if the glasses alone didn't

make you look suspicious,

Phoenix:

the victim even wrote your

name clear as day on the

ground!

Byrde:

But, but, but, I already told

you! Those glasses aren't

mine!!

Phoenix:

And how do you explain his

dying message?

Byrde:

...

Byrde:

It's a conspiracy!

I'm not guilty, sir!

Judge:

Mr. Wright, you may cross-

examine the witness.

Phoenix:

Cross-examine?

Byrde:

This is it!

I'm counting on you!

Phoenix:

Sure... But what am I supposed

to do?

Byrde:

WHAT!?

Byrde:

This isn't like you at all!

Byrde:

Normally, this is the part

where you get in the

witnesses' faces!

Phoenix:

Get in their faces and do

what?

Byrde:

I guess there's no way

around it!

Byrde:

OK, I'm going to lend you a

hand!

Byrde:

The prosecution's witnesses

all hide things from the

court,

Byrde:

which means they lie from

time to time.

Phoenix:

Lie?

Phoenix:

But... isn't that detective your superior?

Byrde:

Well, even if they don't mean

to lie, sometimes people just

remember things wrong.

Phoenix:

Hmm, like that detective.

He does sort of look like

a scatterbrain...

Byrde:

It doesn't matter!

Either way, it's bad for us,

sir!

Byrde:

That's why when you question

witnesses, you have to find

and expose their lies !

Judge:

Mr. Wright.

Your cross-examination,

please.

Phoenix:

Y-Yes, Your Honor.

Phoenix:

(Talk about trial by fire.

Here goes nothing.)

Phoenix:

(As long as I can " expose the

lies ", we should be alright.)

CROSS EXAMINATION

-- Decisive Evidence --

(1) Gumshoe:

There's something even more incriminating than the glasses under the victim's body, sir.

Phoenix:


 * HOLD IT!*

Phoenix:

Hmm, about those glasses...

Phoenix:

Do you have any proof that those belong to my client?

Gumshoe:

The lenses are for near- sightedness, and are almost the same strength as hers.

Gumshoe:

Even the frames look kinda like the ones she's wearing in her ID, pal.

Phoenix:

Hmm... (What should I do now?)


 * Continue pressing ********************** * *

Phoenix:


 * Hold it!

Phoenix:

"Almost" and "kinda" are not

good enough in a case like

this!

Gumshoe:

Er, um...

Phoenix:

Do you have more

definitive proof?

Phoenix:

Is there something that

clearly links the defendant

with those glasses!?

Gumshoe:

Er, um, uh...

Gumshoe:

The dirt and sand rubbed out

any traces of fingerprints or

anything else.

Phoenix:

So what you are saying,

detective,

Phoenix:

is that you have nothing that

proves those glasses are

my client's.

Gumshoe:

Um, something like that...

Payne:

Wh-Wh-What!? Judge:

I see... Hmm... So there is no

proof...

Byrde:

Wow, that was amazing!

Byrde:

I could totally feel it,

down in my gut!


 * Leave it be **************************** * *
 * Leave it be **************************** * *

Phoenix:

(We're in real trouble if those glasses really are hers...)

Phoenix:

(It's probably better to back * out while we can.)

Byrde:

Argh... Why don't you believe me...?

(2) Gumshoe: During his date, the victim was pushed from the bench area.

Phoenix: *HOLD IT!*

Phoenix: Now, you're sure he was pushed and that's how he fell?

Gumshoe: Yeah, pal. If you look at the wounds on the victim's body,

Gumshoe: there's no way it was anything else.

Phoenix: Hmm...

Judge: Please continue with your testimony, detective.

Gumshoe: Anyway, the victim fell pretty far...

(3) Gumshoe: But he managed to write the culprit's name on the ground where he landed.

Phoenix: *HOLD IT!*

Phoenix: The culprit's name?

Gumshoe: Yeah. I was surprised, too.

Gumshoe: I didn't want to believe it, but...

Phoenix: Was the name that of my client?

(4) Gumshoe: I don't like saying it, but it was clearly the defendant's name, "Maggie", sir.

Phoenix: *HOLD IT!*

Phoenix: Are you absolutely certain!?

Gumshoe: Sorry, pal, but that's what it said.

Gumshoe: This is a picture of it. No No matter which way you look, it still says "Maggie".

Phoenix:

(Hmm... He's got a point...)

Byrde:

Hey, hold on!

Phoenix:

Huh?

Byrde:

Don't "huh" me! I know the picture says "Maggie", but...

Phoenix:

(Now that she mentions it, something does feel kind of off about this picture...)

Byrde:

That's how you know you found a contradiction! Now hurry up and present some evidence!

Phoenix:

(So THAT'S what spotting a contradiction feels like...)

Phoenix:

(I'd better check the Court Record again...)

(5) Gumshoe: With this piece of evidence and the glasses, it's hard to say she's not the culprit.

Phoenix: *HOLD IT!*

Phoenix: And you are certain that it was the victim who wrote the name on the ground?

Gumshoe: There were scratches on his fingers from the rough sand,

Gumshoe: and there were grains of sand stuck under his pointer finger nail.

Judge: Hmm... It certainly seems that the name was written by the victim himself.

Phoenix: (That didn't go well.)

Phoenix: (If it really was him, then we're in a lot of trouble...)

Byrde: Don't give up! Keep that fighting spirit going!

Phoenix: I'm glad you're all pumped up, but...

Byrde: I really want to see your "special move", sir!

Phoenix: My what??

Byrde: You always look so cool when you present evidence!

Phoenix: Present... evidence? *** Oh, THAT present evidence! ************* * *

Phoenix: * Actually, I was just thinking * about that!

Byrde: * Yes! The great Phoenix * Wright is back! * *

Byrde: * Oh, that's right! * *

Phoenix: * Huh? * *

Byrde: * I heard that lately, you can * present not only evidence, * but people's profiles as well! * *

Byrde: * It sure makes things a bit * more complicated, so be * careful, sir! * *

Phoenix: * (People's profiles, huh?) * *

Phoenix: * (Alright, let's give this * another try.) * *

RETURN TO THE START OF CROSS-EXAMINATION * ******************************************** *** Enlighten me. ************************** * *

Phoenix: * Um, about this "presenting * evidence"... * *

Byrde: * OK. When you're listening to * testimony, you can compare * it with the Court Record. * *

Byrde: * If you do that, you're sure to * find contradictions in the * witness's statements! * *

Phoenix: * C-Contradictions? * *

Byrde: * Well, there are many reasons * why a testimony might * contradict the evidence. * *

Byrde: * The witness might be lying, * or maybe they're just * mistaken. * *

Phoenix: * Uh huh. * And? * *

Byrde: * You still have no idea what * I'm talking about?? * *

Byrde: * When you find a contradiction, * open the Court Record to the * item you need... * *

Phoenix: * And then I present that * evidence, right!? * *

Byrde: * You got it! * *

Byrde: * You can also present people's * profiles as evidence! * *

Byrde: * With so many items, make sure * you present the right thing! * *

Phoenix: * Hmm... Sounds complicated, * but I'll give it a try. * You're pretty good at this. * *

Byrde: * Wow, being praised by a pro! * I don't know what to say!


 * RETURN TO THE START OF CROSS-EXAMINATION * ********************************************
 * RETURN TO THE START OF CROSS-EXAMINATION * ********************************************


 * Present Maggey Byrde profile* at (3) or (4) Phoenix: *OBJECTION!* Phoenix: ... Phoenix: ... Phoenix: ... Judge: Wh-What is it? Phoenix: ... Phoenix: (What... What's come over me...?) Phoenix: (Without thinking, I just blurted out, "Objection!"...) Phoenix: (And I yelled it at the top of my lungs, finger outstretched, ready to take on my opponent!) Phoenix: (What a rush!) Phoenix: Detective Gumshoe! Gumshoe: Y-You talking to me, pal? Phoenix: Please state the defendant's name for me! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: What are you trying to prove with this futile exercise, Mr. Wright? Phoenix: You'll see. This is a very crucial line of questioning! Phoenix: Actually, Mr. Payne, you can answer. The defendant's name, if you please. Payne: Wh-Where is this ridiculous question coming from? Payne: The defendant's, uh, name is, uh... "Maggie Byrde". Phoenix: I think someone needs to check the Court Record. Payne: What...? It says right here that it's "Maggey Byrde". Payne: Aaaah!! Phoenix: It looks like the bird caught the cat napping! Judge: What's going on here!? Gumshoe: I have no idea either, sir! Phoenix: As you can see, Phoenix: the victim did indeed leave a name, "Maggie". Phoenix: However, the defendant's name is actually spelled, "Maggey"! Phoenix: This is a blatant contradiction of facts! Judge: Ohh! Gumshoe: How about that? I hadn't even noticed! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: But, but, but...! Payne: But maybe the victim didn't know how to spell her name correctly... Phoenix: *OBJECTION!* Phoenix: May I remind you that it was you who said, Phoenix: "The defendant is accused of killing her lover." Phoenix: If they were truly lovers, it would be impossible for him to have not known her name! Payne: Noooo! Judge: This is very true. Judge: Mr. Payne. Payne: Y-Yes, Your Honor? Judge: Are you absolutely certain that the defendant and the victim, Dustin Prince, Judge: were, in fact, lovers? Payne: Y-Yes, I am quite certain, Your Honor. Payne: They were a well-known couple in the police force. Judge: Detective Gumshoe. Judge: Please testify for the court the relationship between the victim and the defendant. Gumshoe: Yes, sir...

WITNESS TESTIMONY

Testimony

-- Dustin and Maggey --

(1) Gumshoe: Officer Prince and Officer Byrde had been going out for about half a year.

(2) Gumshoe: It sounded like they were even talking about marriage.

(3) Gumshoe: The day of the incident just happened to be the victim's birthday, sir.

(4) Gumshoe: Maggey... I mean, Officer Byrde, had gotten Officer Prince a present.

(5) Gumshoe: It was something she had gotten over 2 months ago.

(6) Gumshoe: I should know, 'cause she came to me to ask what she should get for him.

Judge:

Oh... Those two sound like they were close...

Payne:

Nevertheless, tragedy struck.

Judge:

Hmm, yes, I see... You may cross-examine the witness, Mr. Wright.

CROSS EXAMINATION

-- Dustin and Maggey --

(1) Gumshoe: Officer Prince and Officer Byrde had been going out for about half a year. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: How do you know about this? Gumshoe: Every year in March, we have a training camp for us cops. Gumshoe: Officer Byrde was a rookie at the time, and she and Officer Prince seemed to hit it off. Phoenix: (They got close, I take it...) Gumshoe: Actually, I was supposed to go, too, but... Gumshoe: I couldn't pay the deposit for the trip, so I didn't. Gumshoe: If only I had gone on that trip... Judge: What is it? Gumshoe: Oh, uh, nothing, sir! Really! Anyway... (2) Gumshoe: It sounded like they were even talking about marriage. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: Marriage? But wasn't the victim 8 years older than her? Gumshoe: What!? You saying a guy's gotta marry someone the same age as himself, pal!? Phoenix: No, that's not what I meant at all... Byrde: Detective Gumshoe and Dustin were only a year apart, you know? Phoenix: (Ugh... I think this fella has a ways to go before marriage...) Gumshoe: Mind your own business, pal! (3) Gumshoe: The day of the incident just happened to be the victim's birthday, sir. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: The day of the incident... You mean September 6th? Gumshoe: Yeah. Gumshoe: The victim, Officer Prince, had just gotten off duty at 5:30 PM that day, Gumshoe: and since Maggey's night shift hadn't started yet, they went to the park for a bit... Judge: Ah, I remember when I was young and in love. Oh, it was a jolly time. Phoenix: (That's great, Your Honor... I'm glad you're such a cheerful old man...) (4) Gumshoe: Maggey... I mean, Officer Byrde, had gotten Officer Prince a present. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: ... You seem to know a lot about the defendant. Gumshoe: Well, that's because, uh, I'm her boss. And I've gotta watch out for my subordinates! Phoenix: But even what she was going to give as a present? Isn't that going a bit too far...? Gumshoe: Hey, pal! Watch what you say! Gumshoe: I know everything that happens under me! If someone so much as scratches their... Phoenix: I REALLY don't need to know that much... Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: Mr. Wright! Please refrain from badgering the witness! Judge: I agree. Judge: Even if this witness has a crush on the defendant, Judge: that should not be the point of discussion at this time. Gumshoe: Whoa! Wait a second! Why are we talking about this!? Gumshoe: It's all YOUR fault, pal! You're guilty, guilty, guilty! I should have you arrested! Phoenix: (I think the good Detective is about done here...) (5) Gumshoe: It was something she had gotten over 2 months ago. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: "Over 2 months ago?" Gumshoe: Yup. She's a very considerate woman, pal! Phoenix: So... What was this birthday present? Gumshoe: She got him a glove. Judge: A single glove? Why would she only give him one? Payne: Um, actually, Your Honor, the glove in question is a baseball glove. Judge: Oh, I see. A baseball glove. Gumshoe: Officer Prince was a huge baseball fan. Phoenix: (A baseball glove. Hmm...) *** Press further ************************** * * Phoenix: * Just now, I believe you said * that the present was something * * Phoenix: * she had "gotten over 2 months * ago". * * Gumshoe: * Yeah. * * Phoenix: * Are you saying she went out * and bought the glove over * 2 months ago? * * Gumshoe: * Nah, nothing like that, pal! * * Phoenix: * Then, what is it like? * * Gumshoe: * She ordered it. * It was custom-made! * * Phoenix: * Custom-made? * The glove was custom-made? * * Gumshoe: * Yup, that's what I said! * * Judge: * Hmm... * So the glove was custom-made. * * Payne: * *OBJECTION* * * Payne: * Your Honor, I really don't see * how this glove is related to * this case. * * Judge: * Yes, it would seem that there * is little relevance. What do * you think, Mr. Wright? * * Judge: * Do you think this glove is * really relevant to this case? * * *** Of course it's relevant **************** * * * * Phoenix: * * (I don't know where this will * * lead me, but...) * * * * Phoenix: * * Of course it is relevant! * * * * Phoenix: * * That glove is the key to this * * whole case! * * * * CONTINUE TO THE NEXT PART * * * ******************************************** * * *** Of course it's not ********************* * * * * Phoenix: * * Hmm, I suppose it isn't * * really relevant. * * * * Judge: * * Th-Then... * * * * Judge: * * Then why were you wasting * * this court's time with * * irrelevant questions!? * * * * Phoenix: * * Uh, I was curious and got, uh, * * carried away, Your Honor...? * * * * Judge: * * Witness, please ignore this * * airheaded lawyer and continue * * with your testimony. * * * * Payne: * * Detective Gumshoe, please tell * * the court why you knew about * * the baseball glove. * * * ******************************************** * ******************************************** *** Leave him be *************************** * * Phoenix: * (Well, it's just a birthday * present...) * * Payne: * If there are no further * questions, Your Honor... * * Judge: * Hmm... * * Judge: * Witness, why do you know * about this glove? * ******************************************** (6) Gumshoe: I should know, 'cause she came to me to ask what she should get for him. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: You discussed what the defendant was going to give to her boyfriend? Gumshoe: Well, I'm, er... *ahem* She, uh... trusts me, so... Phoenix: (Boy does he look proud of himself right now...)

Phoenix:

...

Byrde:

Wh-What is it this time?

Phoenix:

That testimony didn't sound like it had any contradictions in it to me.

Phoenix:

There just wasn't anything that really stuck out as odd.

Byrde:

Yeah...

Byrde:

I wonder what would happen if you tried to get more information from him?

Phoenix:

Get more information?

Byrde:

Yeah! You know! Like how they "press" people on those old cop shows, sir!

Phoenix:

So I should try "pressing" him, huh?

RETURN TO THE START OF CROSS-EXAMINATION ---

Byrde:

Yes! Bluffing to the max!

Byrde: Now, THIS is the Mr. Wright I know! Byrde: I'm so happy you're back, sir! I was wondering how long it'd take! This is great! Phoenix: (Hmm, pressing people... It feels like I've done this before.) Phoenix: (As if I used to do this to squeeze information from even the most tight-lipped people.) Judge: Very well. Judge: If you are that convinced, then let's hear some more about this matter. Gumshoe: Actually, I brought the glove with me today. Phoenix: And? Judge: Why didn't you say so earlier? Hurry and show the glove to this court! Gumshoe: Well, I didn't think it had anything to do with this case... Gumshoe: Anyway, this is it, sir. Judge: It's, uh... rather yellow, isn't it?


 * Baseball Glove added to the Court Record.*

Gumshoe: Officer Prince really liked the color yellow. Phoenix: And that's why you had to special order it? Byrde: Yup, that's right! That, and one other reason... Judge: I think this court has heard enough. Judge: It is clear that the victim and the defendant were involved with each other. Payne: Yes, that's correct, Your Honor. Judge: Now, if that is true, it brings up an important question. Judge: Was the name "Maggie" really written by the victim? Payne: I see your point, Your Honor. Payne: Detective Gumshoe, please tell the court a little more about the name on the ground. Gumshoe: Yes, sir.

WITNESS TESTIMONY

Testimony

-- Writing on the Ground --

(1) Gumshoe: We first looked into the handwriting, sir.

(2) Gumshoe: Unfortunately, we couldn't confirm that it was the victim's handwriting.

(3) Gumshoe: Next, we checked the victim's pointer finger.

(4) Gumshoe: We found that there was sand trapped under the victim's fingernail.

(5) Gumshoe: There were also scratches on the skin that were caused by him writing on the ground.

(6) Gumshoe: From this, we could confirm that the victim wrote this name with his right hand.

Judge:

Hmm... Yes, a perfectly logical conclusion.

Judge:

Now then, Mr. Wright, you may cross-examine the witness.

Phoenix:

Thank you, Your Honor.

CROSS EXAMINATION

-- Writing on the Ground --

(1) Gumshoe: We first looked into the handwriting. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: But can you really determine handwriting based on a sample written in sand? Gumshoe: Heh, this is why amateurs are amateurs. Gumshoe: We're not a buncha simpletons, pal! Gumshoe: Scientific investigation in this country's actually pretty good. Judge: Hmm, I believe it's time to get back to the real point. Payne: Agreed, Your Honor. So, what was the result of the investigation? (2) Gumshoe: Unfortunately, we couldn't confirm that it was the victim's handwriting. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: So in the end, you couldn't confirm it? Gumshoe: Hey, don't you look down on us! Gumshoe: I told you! We're not a bunch of simpletons, pal! Gumshoe: Everyone knows you can't find out everything you want with scientific investigation! Judge: I've never heard that before. Payne: Me, either. Phoenix: Nor I. Byrde: I never heard anything like that at the police academy, sir... Gumshoe: OK, so I made it up. Anyway... (3) Gumshoe: Next, we checked the victim's pointer finger. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: His pointer finger? Gumshoe: You know, the one you're always POINTING and waving around in people's faces. Phoenix: Aha, ha, ha. Don't tell me it bothers you... Gumshoe: Every time you do it, I have a mini-heart attack. It's like you're trying to kill me, pal. Payne: In any case, you examined the victim's index finger, correct? Gumshoe: Yeah. We figured there should be something on his finger if he had been writing in sand. Judge: Hmm... And the results? (4) Gumshoe: We found that there was sand trapped under the victim's fingernail. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: And what does that prove? Gumshoe: Well, it proves that he did write that name with his own finger. Payne: Yes, which explains why there was sand stuck under his nail. Phoenix: (I guess he's right...) Gumshoe: And there's more... (5) Gumshoe: There were also scratches on the skin that were caused by him writing on the ground. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: "Scratches on his skin?" Gumshoe: Yup. You can't see them with your naked eye, but they're there. Judge: That is incredible! Gumshoe: Sure is! That's the power of scientific investigation! Gumshoe: They're so small that we had to use a magnifying glass... like a really strong one. Gumshoe: It's got that really scientific-sounding name... Phoenix: You mean a microscope? Gumshoe: Yeah, that's it! We used one of those and that's how we found them! Phoenix: (I can't believe this guy doesn't know what a microscope is...) (6) Gumshoe: From this, we could confirm that the victim wrote this name with his right hand.

Phoenix:


 * HOLD IT!*

Phoenix:

Are you absolutely sure?

Gumshoe:

I believe in the power of science.

Phoenix:

(Hmm, I wonder if my evidence is solid enough to counter with?)

Phoenix:

(Listening to this, you would think there was only one conclusion...)

Phoenix:

(that the name was definitely written by the victim...)

Byrde:

But don't you think that would be really strange, sir!?

Byrde:

If Dustin really wrote that message with his right hand,

Byrde:

do you think I would have gone through that much trouble to get him his present?

Phoenix:

(The present...? What about it...?)

RETURN TO THE START OF CROSS-EXAMINATION ---


 * Present Baseball Glove* at (6) Phoenix: *OBJECTION!* Phoenix: Detective Gumshoe. Take a look at this. Gumshoe: That's the glove, right? Phoenix: Could you tell the court what is special about this glove? Gumshoe: What's special? Um, never really thought about it, but uh... Gumshoe: It's REALLY yellow... ... And that's about it. Phoenix: Yes, it's REALLY yellow, but that is only one of its qualities. Gumshoe: Huh? Phoenix: There's another reason why it's special. Judge: And what would that be? Phoenix: It's very simple. Phoenix: This glove is made for a left-handed person! Gumshoe: Left-handed...? Judge: Why, you're absolutely right! Judge: This glove is made to be worn on the right hand! Phoenix: That is why it had to be custom-made. Phoenix: I have never seen a bright yellow left-hander's glove for sale. Have you? Gumshoe: Well, um... no. Phoenix: So, Detective. Phoenix: Which hand did the victim use to write the name with, again...? Gumshoe: That's easy! Gumshoe: Look, it's obvious from this picture that it was his... W-W-Wait a sec... Phoenix: Don't forget that the victim was left-handed! Gumshoe: Aaaaah!! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: This is... This is... I mean... I... Objec-- Judge: Overruled. Judge: Mr. Wright, I would like to know what your line of reasoning proves. Phoenix: There is only one conclusion that can be drawn! Phoenix: A left-handed person could not have written a message with his right hand! Phoenix: Therefore! Phoenix: The person who wrote the name "Maggie" could not have been the victim! Judge: Order! Order! Judge: When you think about it that way, then yes, Judge: it is not possible that this name was written by the victim himself. Gumshoe: Then that means Maggey is...! Payne: No... IT'S NOT POSSIBLE!! Judge: Mr. Payne. Payne: Y-Y-Yes, Your Honor? Judge: The evidence the prosecution has presented has failed to prove the defendant's guilt. Judge: In fact, I believe you have proven her to be innocent! Payne: NOOOOOOO! Byrde: Alright! You did it, Mr. Wright! Byrde: Whew! I feel like I can breathe again! Judge: It seems that we have reached the conclusion. Judge: You did a fine job once again, Mr. Wright. Phoenix: Me, Your Honor? Ah, well, thank you, sir... Byrde: See, you got complimented by the judge again! You're really good! Byrde: And that's why you can't give up being a lawyer, sir! Phoenix: (Are you joking!? I'm more than ready to retire!) Judge: I will now announce my verdict. Judge: This court finds the defendant, Maggey Byrde... Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: No!! Not yet! Payne: I mean, please give me a few more minutes, Your Honor. Judge: Wh-What is the meaning of this, Mr. Payne!? Payne: The prosecution is not finished yet! Phoenix: What do you mean!? Payne: We would like to call our next witness to the stand! Phoenix: Whaaaaaaaaaat!? Judge: And what did this witness... witness? Payne: The moment the victim was pushed to his death! Payne: What's more, he saw the very face of the culprit! Phoenix: What the heck!? Judge: Order! Order in the court! Judge: I believe a recess is in order. Judge: Afterward, we will hear from this new witness. Phoenix: (I had a feeling that was a bit too easy...) Phoenix: (Hmm, I need more information. I'll have to see what I can find out during this recess.) Phoenix: (I can't let my guard down! It's only going to get tougher from here!) Judge: Court is adjourned for recess!

To be continued.

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September 8, 11:43 AM District Court

Defendant Lobby No. 1

Byrde:

A-Amnesia!?

Byrde:

I can't believe my lawyer's trying to defend me in such a state...

Phoenix:

... I... Uh...

Byrde:

Why didn't you tell me, sir!?

Phoenix:

I'm sorry I didn't mention it to you.

Byrde:

Oh! I know what to do!

Byrde:

I heard you can fix something like this with a really strong shock to your system!

Byrde:

Come on, lower your head a little! A Maggey Kick should be all you need!

Phoenix:

Ah, no, no, no. I think I'll pass on this one.

Byrde:

Come on!... Ah, I'm sorry.

Byrde:

Whenever I see someone in trouble, I have a hard time leaving them alone...

Byrde:

I tend to stick my nose where it doesn't belong and try to tackle everyone's problems.

Phoenix:

(Well, my head's one problem you won't be tackling today...)

Phoenix:

Well, we're here to solve your problem first. We can deal with mine later.

Phoenix:

For now, do you think you can fill me in on a few things?

Byrde:

Of course! I'd be honored to!

Byrde:

Ah, well, I guess we'll start with my name and then I can tell you about me!

Phoenix:

No, no, that's ok. Really. I think I know you and your name pretty well by now.

Phoenix:

I was wondering if you could help me figure out a few things about myself.

Phoenix:

So, my name is "Phoenix Wright"? What a weird name.

Byrde:

Hmmmm... This is serious. You really don't remember.

Byrde:

I'll tell you what, sir. You can have this back, and maybe it'll help!

Phoenix:

...? This is... a business card?

Byrde:

I got this from you. It's my most prized possession!

Byrde:

You can borrow it for now, but please give it back, OK!?

Phoenix:

OK. (There are some numbers written on the back...)

Byrde:

Oh, that's your cell phone number!


 * Phoenix's Business Card added to the Court Record.*

Phoenix:

I guess for now, we should stop talking about me,

Phoenix:

and start talking about this case.

Byrde:

This case...?

Phoenix:

Yup. Can you think of anything that would be helpful for me to know?

Byrde:

Um, what can I tell you...? Ah, um... Hmm...

Byrde:

I can't think of anything other than the incident with that cell phone, but...

Phoenix:

...Cell phone?

Byrde:

Yeah! Your eyes lit up when we talked about it at the Detention Center, sir!

Phoenix:

...!

Phoenix:

Hurry up then and tell me! This might be very important!

Byrde:

OK! Roger!

Byrde:

It was on the day of the crime, just before 6 PM...

Byrde:

I picked up a lost cell phone while on a walk with Dustin.

Phone:

...............

Byrde:

All of a sudden, the phone began to ring...

Phone:

...*beep*...

Byrde:

"Um, hello?"

? ? ?:

"Oh, thank you! I've been searching for my phone."

Byrde:

"Is this yours? Oh, I'm glad you called! We can meet up and I can give this back!"

? ? ?:

"I'll be right there, um... I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name..."

Byrde:

"You can call me Maggey!"

Byrde: We agreed to meet up at 6 PM. Byrde: Dustin and I waited for the person to show up... Byrde: but they never did. Phoenix: Hmmmm... Phoenix: So where is the phone you found now? Byrde: I gave it to you yesterday! Phoenix: Huh? To me? (Is it that phone in my pocket...?) Phoenix: Y-You mean this? Byrde: Do you think it has anything to do with the murder? Phoenix: I... don't really know... But if my eyes "lit up"... ? ? ?: AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHH!! YOU WERE HERE ALL ALONG!! ? ? ?: You're so mean!! ? ? ?: I called you a million times but you wouldn't pick up! ? ? ?: And when I went to check in the courtroom, everyone had already left... Phoenix: (Ack! Now who in the heck is this?) Phoenix: (Let me guess. I'm supposed to know this girl too...) ? ? ?: Hey, good morning, Maggey! Byrde: And a good morning to you, too, Maya! Maya: So!? So!? How's it going!? Byrde: Is there a word for "worse than abysmal"...? Maya: Oh? And what if I said that everything will be fine? Maya: That's right! It's Maya to the rescue with the ultra-decisive super-important evidence! Maya: Here you are, Nick! The thing you wanted me to bring! Phoenix: Huh? Oh, ah, thanks... (What the heck is this? A list?) Phoenix: (It has about 20 people's names and phone numbers written on it.) Maya: It was kind of tough, but I managed to find out some dirt! Maya: It looks like these guys are up to no good. Phoenix: "No good"? As in? Maya: There's a group of con artists the police are currently investigating. Maya: I think these guys are members of that group.


 * Names List added to the Court Record.*

Phoenix: Why would a group of con artists pop up in a case like this? Maya: Don't look at me! Phoenix: Hmm... And where did you get this list from in the first place? Maya: Whaaaaat!? Why are you asking that!? Maya: You're the one who asked me to look this up yesterday! Phoenix: Oh... is that right? Maya: These numbers were in the memory of that phone Maggey found. Phoenix: Hmm, so that's where they're from. Maya: You're awfully forgetful these days, Nick. Maya: I hope I never get to be a forgetful old prune like you! Byrde: Um, Maya... Actually, Mr. Wright is... Bailiff: Mr. Wright! Recess is now over. Bailiff: Please bring the defendant and return to the courtroom immediately! Maya: Oh, oops! Guess you have to get going! We can talk about you being old later, Nick! Byrde: W-Wish us luck! Phoenix: (I guess I have all the pieces now... More or less.) Phoenix: (All that's left is to put it all together. I'm not going to lose this. I can't!) Maya: Come on, Nick. Better get a move on! Phoenix: Y-Yeah.

September 8, 11:54 AM District Court

Courtroom No. 2

Judge:

The court will now reconvene. Please call your next witness to the stand, Mr. Payne.

Payne:

Yes, Your Honor.

Payne:

But before I do, if I may say a few words...

Judge:

What is it, Mr. Payne? Payne: It's about the next witness.

Payne:

He has a tendency to say things that rub people the wrong way, you see,

Payne:

so I ask that the court might be a little lenient on...

Judge:

There is no need to give a preface. Just hurry up and call your witness, please.

Payne:

Y-Yes, Your Honor. ...The prosecution calls its next witness;

Payne:

a drifter who was taking a walk in the park on the day of the murder!

Payne: Please state your name for the court, witness. ? ? ?: Before I do, I'd like to clarify a little something. Payne: Huh? Oh, alright, go ahead. ? ? ?: Just now, you introduced my wonderful self to the court, correct? ? ? ?: Perhaps as a "drifter who was taking a walk"? Payne: D-Did I? ? ? ?: But I will not stand for that! Now you've tinted the court's eyes and colored me wrongly. ? ? ?: Sure, I suppose calling me a university student would not be the absolute truth, ? ? ?: but to give in and just settle would be as evil as death and I can't have that! ? ? ?: Everything in my life is to be of the utmost, highest, top grade quality, you understand. ? ? ?: I am merely looking for that perfect, top notch, unbeatable university, don't you see...? ? ? ?: I have a rigorous selection process and I was in serious thought during my "walk" as... Payne: Yes, yes, I understand. I'm very sorry. I will be more careful from now on. Maya: Wh-What is he? A human chatterbox? Phoenix: Ugh... I have to question HIM? ? ? ?: Fashion! Cars! Women! Glasses! And of course, University! First-rates only need apply! Phoenix: (Glasses...? But you aren't wearing glasses...) Judge: That's enough! Your name, witness. ? ? ?: Oh? Is that how you want to play this? ? ? ?: Using your power and influence to keep the young people down. I see how you work now. ? ? ?: You old people and your dirty tricks. You thought you had me, but you thought wrong. Judge: I-I'm sorry. It won't happen again. Phoenix: (Oh man...) ? ? ?: I forgive you. Alright, I suppose I can tell you my name. Wellington: I am Richard Wellington, the "Drifting Virtuoso" with a Ph.D. in Drifting, as it were. Wellington: If you wanted to, you could call me a "University Student in Transit". Payne: Ahem, Mr. Wellington. Payne: On the day of the murder, you were taking a... er, strolling through the park, correct? Wellington: It would appear that you are attached to that word. If you must, then by all means. Wellington: But I remind you that I am in no way a prepubescent boy, "out on a walk" with mommy. Wellington: If you must know, I Payne: Anyway! Please testify to this court what you saw during your walk through the park! Wellington: See, you said it again! "Taking a walk"... You know, you-- Judge: What you witnessed will do, Mr. Wellington!

WITNESS TESTIMONY

Testimony

-- What I Saw That Day --

(1) Wellington: I was at the park all afternoon, deep in thought about my life situation.

(2) Wellington: I don't remember the time all that well, but I do believe it was past 6 PM.

(3) Wellington: All of a sudden, a police officer falls from above, right in front of my eyes.

(4) Wellington: Without a thought, I looked up, and there I met the eyes of a charming, young lady.

(5) Wellington: Of course I remember her sweet face. It was that of the pretty defendant there.

(6) Wellington: The only other thing I saw was the banana that fell with the police officer.

Judge:

Hmm, that was certainly a decisive testimony.

Maya:

Decisive!? Nick, did you hear what he just said!?

Phoenix:

Yeah.

Maya:

That's all you have to say? How can you be so calm!?

Phoenix:

(It's strange... My mind is very calm and clear.)

Phoenix:

Maybe it's because I... believe in my client.

Maya:

You mean Maggey?

Phoenix:

Yes. And if she really is innocent, then that can only mean one thing:

Phoenix:

That guy is lying!

Judge:

You may now question the witness, Mr. Wright.

Phoenix:

(I'll find out the truth, no matter how well you craft your lies!)

CROSS EXAMINATION

-- What I Saw That Day --

(1) Wellington: I was at the park all afternoon, deep in thought about my life situation. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: So you were at the park all afternoon? You seem to have a lot of free time. Wellington: Hmph. That was very rude of you. But then again, what can I expect? Wellington: That's what you get from a man who graduated from a no-name, trashy university. Phoenix: N-No name? Trashy...? Wellington: Now, this might be hard for a mush-headed, feeble-minded baboon like you, but Wellington: I have to think very carefully about the future of our great country. Phoenix: But I thought you said you were thinking about which college to go to just now... Wellington: Oh, puh-leaze. Wellington: Which university I go to will directly affect the very future of this country! Phoenix: (That arrogant little snot...) (2) Wellington: I don't remember the time all that well, but I do believe it was past 6 PM. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: How did you know what time it was? I see you're not wearing a watch, so... Wellington: Is that the best you can do? Do you think you can discredit me like that? Wellington: You're just a third-rate, biased fool. I guess I can't expect real smarts from you. Phoenix: (Grr... His arrogance is really intolerable... So, what should I do now...?) *** Press harder *************************** * * Phoenix: * Answer the question! How did * you know what time it was!? * * Wellington: * Tsk, tsk. * I can't believe I have to * deal with a worm like you. * * Wellington: * You're just a shallow man * who can only slam on desks * and point at people for fun. * * Wellington: * Hmph, I guess I don't have * a choice. * * Wellington: * I'll try to explain it so that * even a third-rate simpleton * like you can understand. * * Wellington: * There was this little thing * they call a "clock" at the * park. * * Wellington: * Did you get that? Do you know * what a clock is? It's a thing * that tells you the time. * * Payne: * As you can see, Mr. Wright, * it's even in this picture of * the crime scene. * * Phoenix: * (Oh... So it is... Urk.) * * Wellington: * I looked at that clock, and * that's how I knew the time. * * Wellington: * But if you ask me, this whole * concept of breaking time apart * into fragments... * * Wellington: * It's total and utter nonsense * that no man should follow. * * Wellington: * A real first-class person * doesn't live by, nor is he * chained by, time. * * Wellington: * And to wear a watch? Hah! * What a ridiculous notion! * * Wellington: * People should live freely * without constraints. * That's how life should be! * * Phoenix: * (And yet again, another * flood of meaningless words...) * * Phoenix: * (Talk about a first-class * waste of time...) * * Wellington: * In any case... * ******************************************** *** Leave him be *************************** * * Phoenix: * (Well, I guess there's no * point in pressing him * further.) * * Phoenix: * (After all, there was a clock * right there at the crime * scene...) * ******************************************** (3) Wellington: All of a sudden, a police officer falls from above, right in front of my eyes. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: And how did you know he was a police officer? Wellington: You obviously have no idea how powerful my deductive reasoning skills are. Wellington: With one glance, I could tell just what kind of occupation he held. Wellington: That shoddy, do-it-yourself hairstyle practically screamed "I'm a police officer". Wellington: It was also the way he tied his tie and those cheap, low- quality shoes. Ugh. Wellington: Oh, and I suppose it was also because he was wearing an officer's uniform. Phoenix: (Shouldn't that statement have come first!?) Maya: Wow, that's pretty impressive. Maya: Hey, Nick! Do you think he's figured out what I do? Phoenix: (Even I haven't figured that out yet...) (4) Wellington: Without a thought, I looked up, and there I met the eyes of a charming, young lady. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: Are you sure you got a good look at her face? Wellington: Animals have this thing called an "eye", Mr. Wright. They use this "eye" to see things. Wellington: In the case of humans, we have two of them. Yes, even you! Phoenix: I don't care if I have them or not! Did you or did you not get a clear look at her face!? Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: That's what the witness was just about to get to. Payne: I would like to request that Mr. Wright not use such a loud voice during questioning. Judge: Sustained. Mr. Wright, please refrain from raising your voice in this court. Phoenix: (Then please don't make me have to raise my voice.) Wellington: Are you finished? I'd like to continue, if that's alright with you. (5) Wellington: Of course I remember her sweet face. It was that of the pretty defendant there. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: So you're SURE you are not mistaken? Wellington: Please. Don't confuse your pitiful, train-wreck of a life with mine. Wellington: I'm what you call a famous brand-name product, while you are only a cheap imitation. Wellington: There is no way someone as magnificent as myself could have made a mistake. Payne: Of course, of course. Phoenix: (Oh ho ho ho. Of course.) Judge: Did you notice anything else of interest, witness? (6) Wellington: The only other thing I saw was the banana that fell with the police officer. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: The banana...? Wellington: Well, it was actually more than just one. More like a bunch of bananas. Phoenix: Now what would a bunch of bananas be doing there...? Wellington: And why would I know such a thing? I'm only telling you what I saw. Maya: That's really strange. Maya: Maggey never mentioned anything about a bunch of bananas. Maya: That's it, Nick! He's gotta be lying about the bananas! Phoenix: (Hmm... He could be, but...) Phoenix: (there's no reason for him to lie about there being bananas at the crime scene.) Phoenix: And what if it's not a lie? Maya: Well, maybe he thought he was seeing one thing, and it was something else...? Phoenix: (If he mistook something else for a bunch of bananas, then that would be an inaccuracy.) Phoenix: (Think Phoenix, think!)

Phoenix:

(If my client is innocent, there is no way he could've seen what he says he did.)

Maya:

Which means if we can somehow show he's lying...

Phoenix:

Yeah, that's exactly what we need do.

Phoenix:

(She's right. She's got a sharp mind, but I just wish I could remember who she is...)

Maya:

Is everything OK, Nick...?

RETURN TO THE START OF CROSS-EXAMINATION ---


 * Present Baseball Glove* at (6) Phoenix: *OBJECTION!* Phoenix: Mr. Wellington. Phoenix: I believe I have the bananas you saw... right here! Wellington: Ah, so you knew about the bananas, too. Why didn't you say so earlier? Wellington: But don't think you can use this as a way to pull more information out of me. Phoenix: (And that's where you'd be wrong.) Judge: M-Mr. Wright. What is the meaning of this? Payne: Isn't that the baseball glove? Wellington: Huh!? Wh-Wh-What!? A baseball glove?? Phoenix: Doesn't it look delicious? Care for a bite? Wellington: Th-That's... Wellington: That's not... It's a... Noooooooo! Phoenix: Your Honor! I think this proves one very important fact! Phoenix: This witness... *** loves bananas. ************************* * * Phoenix: * Mr. Wellington loves large * bananas! * * Judge: * ... * * Payne: * ... * * Wellington: * ... * * ............ * * Maya: * Uh, Nick... * * Maya: * I hope you've noticed the icy * glares we're getting from * everyone in here! * * Judge: * Wh-What in the world do you * mean? * * Wellington: * I'll have you know I like * strawberries much better * than bananas. * * Phoenix: * Whoops... * * Judge: * Think it over one more time * and try again, Mr. Wright. * * RETURN TO QUESTION * ******************************************** *** had bad eyesight. ********************** * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** *** knows nothing about baseball. ********** * * Phoenix: * Mr. Wellington has never * played baseball! * * Phoenix: * That would explain why he * didn't even know what a * glove is! * * Judge: * ... * * Payne: * ... * * Wellington: * ... * * ............ * * Maya: * Uh, Nick... * * Maya: * I hope you've noticed the icy * glares we're getting from * everyone in here! * * Judge: * Wh-What in the world do you * mean? * * Wellington: * When I was in junior high, * I was a star pitcher... Well, * 4th in line, actually, but... * * Phoenix: * Whoops... * * Judge: * Think it over one more time * and try again, Mr. Wright. * * RETURN TO QUESTION * ******************************************** Phoenix: By the way, just how bad are your eyes? Wellington: Huh? How... What... You... Why are you asking me about this all of a sudden!? Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: Your Honor, it is very simple to mistake a glove for a bunch of bananas... Judge: No, I don't think so. Objection overruled. Wellington: Y-Y-You... You're one of those people. Yes, you know what I mean. Wellington: You're like those people who refused to accept Galileo for his Copernican Theory! Wellington: You're too used to your world view to realize that there are other, new possibilities! Wellington: Sure, in the end, we find out that it is in fact, a glove, not bananas. However... Wellington: when viewed from afar, I do think there is room enough for doubt, don't you...? Phoenix: And that is why I asked you how bad your eyesight is! Wellington: They're both 20/200. I suppose you're going to tell me that's terrible, right!? Judge: Why are you not wearing your glasses today then? Wellington: ... Wellington: Ummm... That's because I lost them recently, you see... Wellington: Of course, I was planning on getting a new pair made right away! Wellington: But you know, my glasses are no ordinary glasses, so to replace them-- Phoenix: How about when you witnessed the crime? Were you wearing your glasses then? Wellington: ...! Phoenix: How about it, witness!? Wellington: Y-You are an unrelenting, evil man. Wellington: You're like those people who rejected Joan of Arc and put her to death! Wellington: She was brave and courageous, only to be caught by horrible, unrighteous people. Wellington: And while she didn't do anything wrong, she was still gruesomely burned at the-- Phoenix: Which boils down to you were not wearing your glasses at that time! Phoenix: Therefore! Phoenix: The identity of the "woman" at the scene of the crime and that of the defendant Phoenix: can not be proven to be the same by this witness! Wellington: ...! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: But the height difference was only 9 feet! Payne: It was very possible for him to see the face of the culprit standing on the upper path! Judge: Hmm... Witness. Judge: Please be more accurate in your testimony. Remember, a person's life is at stake. Wellington: Y-Yes, Your Honor! Judge: Now then, please continue with your testimony. Payne: Please tell the court what happened next, in the moments after you witnessed the crime.

WITNESS TESTIMONY

Testimony

-- What Happened Next --

(1) Wellington: The girl on the upper path ran away as soon as she realized I was there.

(2) Wellington: After that, I immediately called the police station to report the crime.

(3) Wellington: It must've been 6:45 PM when I made the call.

(4) Wellington: They must have a lot of free time on their hands since they showed up within 10 minutes.

Judge:

Hmm...

Judge:

So the person who was on the upper path saw you and then ran away.

Wellington:

Yes, that is correct.

Wellington:

Which is why, even someone without a superior brain like mine can understand that...

Wellington:

that girl is the murderer!

Judge:

You may question the witness now, Mr. Wright.

CROSS EXAMINATION

-- What Happened Next --

(1) Wellington: The girl on the upper path ran away as soon as she realized I was there. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: She ran away, just like that? Wellington: Yes, she did. She saw me and flew the nest like the guilty bird she is. Wellington: Oh, I'm sorry. Was that pun too hard for someone who only got a third-rate education? Phoenix: (Actually, that did take me a few seconds to get...) Phoenix: Anyway, if she ran away the instant she saw you, how could you tell it was my client? Wellington: Eek! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: The witness has already answered that question. Payne: He has stated that the defendant is the culprit! Judge: This is true. Mr. Wright, I'm striking your question from the record. Phoenix: (Hmm, how can I get more information out of him?) (2) Wellington: After that, I immediately called the police station to report the crime. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: Immediately? As in? Wellington: As in immediately! I mean, sure, a minute might have elapsed before I did, but... Wellington: That's the duty of every good citizen, or did they not teach that at your pitiful school? Phoenix: (You think people learn about how to call the police in COLLEGE!?) Maya: Hey, Nick. I think you should take a look at the Court Record for a sec. Phoenix: (...?) (3) Wellington: It must've been 6:45 PM when I made the call. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: How do you know what time it was...? Wellington: That detective told me. You know which one I mean. Wellington: The one with the jacket that makes him look like a dropout from a no-name high school. Gumshoe: Hey, pal! I graduated from a pretty good, I mean, top-ranked college! Phoenix: (I don't believe this.) Wellington: It doesn't matter. I don't believe I was mistaken on what time I called. Wellington: And if I am wrong, then that detective obviously doesn't know how to tell time. Gumshoe: What!? Why you!!! You're just some lousy kid who... Payne: I think the court can see your point. Anyway, how did the police respond? (4) Wellington: They must have a lot of free time on their hands since they showed up within 10 minutes. Phoenix: *HOLD IT!* Phoenix: So you're saying that there were police on the scene by 7:00 PM? Wellington: They got there before that, I think. Wellington: There usually aren't many people in that area at that time of day. Wellington: But suddenly, before I knew it, there were people crawling all over gawking. Wellington: It certainly says something about the morals of the people in this country.

Phoenix: (I can't find anything out of the ordinary in his testimony...)

Maya: Why don't you take one more look at the Court Record?

Phoenix: Yeah, I guess I should.

RETURN TO THE START OF CROSS-EXAMINATION --- *Present Dustin's Autopsy Report* at (2) or (3) Phoenix: *OBJECTION!* Phoenix: Mr. Wellington, would you please take a look at this? Judge: You mean the victim's autopsy report? Phoenix: According to this, the murder occurred at 6:28 PM. Wellington: So what of it? Phoenix: You said that you called the police immediately after the murder took place. Phoenix: However, by the time you had called the police, it was already 6:45 PM. Phoenix: There is clearly a 15 minute gap here! Do you deny it!? Wellington: Aaaack! Phoenix: I think this court would like to hear what you were doing during this 15 minute gap! Wellington: Grrrrrr! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: The witness was in shock at the time after witnessing a terrible murder! Payne: It's only to be expected that he would be a little dazed... Phoenix: *OBJECTION!* Phoenix: Fifteen minutes is hardly what I would call "a little dazed"! Payne: Aaaaah! Judge: Mr. Wellington. Wellington: Y-Yes? Judge: Explain yourself. What were you doing during those 15 minutes? Wellington: ... Phoenix: Answer the question! Wellington: ... I... Uhh... Telephone... Err... I mean... Phoenix: Spit it out! Wellington: I... I was searching for a phone booth! Phoenix: A phone booth? Judge: You mean, you don't have a cell phone? Wellington: ...! Wellington: You and your questions! As if you're trying to open all the layers of a Matryoshka doll. Wellington: You must think you're really something special! Phoenix: Witness! Wellington: I-I lost my cell phone! There! Are you happy!? Phoenix: You lost it...? Judge: Unbelievable! You lose your glasses, and your cell phone! Judge: You must be very scatterbrained when it comes to your belongings. Wellington: What!? Are you saying that first-rate people are never allowed to lose things!? Wellington: Haven't you ever heard that all geniuses have a strange quirk or two? Wellington: So by that rationale, since I have my own quirk, it would mean that I am a genius Wellington: I don't think simple, plain people like you can underst-- Judge: Enough! Phoenix: (Oh man, oh man...) Phoenix: (Wait! Hold on a second. He lost... his cell phone?) Maya: Nick! That cell phone! Could it be...? Phoenix: You mean this phone Maggey found? There's no way...! Phoenix: (Boy, I didn't see this coming. What should I do now...?) *** Question further *********************** * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** *** Back off ******************************* * * Phoenix: * (It's probably just a * coincidence.) * * Phoenix: * (I mean, what are the chances * that this phone is that snob's * anyway?) * * Maya: * Nick!? What do you think * you're doing!? * * Maya: * You really should check out * this lead! * * Judge: * Is there a problem, * Mr. Wright? * * Phoenix: * N-No, Your Honor. * (I should give this some more * thought...) * * RETURN TO QUESTION * ******************************************** Phoenix: Mr. Wellington! Phoenix: Where is your cell phone right now? Wellington: Heh, what are you getting all excited about? You seem to be a little confused. Wellington: I found my phone, I'll have you know. See. Here is it. Phoenix: Oh... I see... Maya: Hmm, looks like he's got his phone. Maya: And I thought that just maybe this was his. Phoenix: Hmm... Judge: Well then, I think we've cleared this issue up. Judge: At the time of the murder, the witness did not have his cell phone because he had lost it. Judge: Therefore, the delay in his call was caused by his search for a phone booth. Wellington: Well, that's the gist of it. I guess you could put it that way and leave it at that. Judge: Do you have any further questions, Mr. Wright? *** No further questions ******************* * * Phoenix: * Hmm... No, I think I'm done * here, Your Honor. * * Maya: * Wait, wait, wait! * What is with you today, Nick!? * * Maya: * Take a good look at the Court * Record!! * * Phoenix: * Huh? * * Phoenix: * What are you talking...? * ... * Ah... Aaaaaaaah! * * Judge: * What is it, Mr. Wright? By * your screaming, I assume you * have a question after all? * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** *** There is something... ****************** * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** Phoenix: Your Honor! The witness' testimony does not make sense! Phoenix: I don't believe that there was ever a need for the witness to search for a phone! Wellington: H-How dare you! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: You can't just make outrageous claims like that! You do have some sort of proof, don't you? Phoenix: Well, yeah... O-Of course! (This evidence should be good enough, I think...) Judge: Alright. Let's have this proof, then. Judge: Please present proof that the witness had no need to search for a public phone booth! *** Present something wrong **************** * * Phoenix: * *TAKE THAT!* * * Phoenix: * It's very simple! This is the * evidence that backs up my * claim! * * Judge: * And yet again you have * presented this court with an * obscure, meaningless item. * * Phoenix: * Huh? This evidence? * It's meaningless? * * Maya: * I don't get it at all! * * Maya: * Why do you think he wouldn't * need to look for a phone in * the first place!? * * Phoenix: * Well, that's... because... * * Phoenix: * I was looking at the evidence * and it just hit me. * * Phoenix: * I thought, "Hey, he really * didn't have to look for a * phone." * * Maya: * Then why don't you hurry * up and present that piece * of evidence!? * * Phoenix: * (Hmm, now what was that piece * of evidence again...?) * * RETURN TO QUESTION * ******************************************** *Present Crime Photo 1* Phoenix: *TAKE THAT!* Phoenix: It's quite simple, actually. Please take a look at this. Judge: At the crime scene photo? Payne: Is there a problem with it? Phoenix: Oh, there's nothing wrong with the picture. Phoenix: But if you don't understand my logic after looking at it, something is wrong with you! Wellington: Noooo! Judge: It's... It's... A phone booth! Phoenix: That is correct! Phoenix: All the defendant had to do was walk three steps! Phoenix: Mr. Wellington! Why did you not use the phone that was right in front of you!? Wellington: Ooooooougn! Judge: Order! Order! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: Wh-What does reporting the crime a little late prove for you!? Phoenix: *OBJECTION!* Phoenix: The witness can't explain what he was doing for those 15 minutes! Phoenix: That is reason enough to throw suspicion on his testimony! Judge: Yes, this is very true. What do you have to say for yourself, witness!? Wellington: ... Maya: Then I bet this phone really is his, Nick! Maya: He must've killed Dustin to get his phone back! Phoenix: But Maggey said that she was going to return it to him. Phoenix: So there was no reason for him to kill for it. Phoenix: And on top of that, we still have the phone she found anyway. Maya: Hmm... But if he wasn't looking for his cell phone, Maya: was he looking for something else...? Phoenix: (Was he...?) Judge: Mr. Wright. Phoenix: Yes, Your Honor? Judge: Do you have any thoughts you would like to share with the court? Judge: Can you offer an explanation as to what the witness was doing during those 15 minutes? *** Yes, I have an idea. ******************* * * Phoenix: * There is only one possible * explanation. * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** *** No, I have no idea. ******************** * * Phoenix: * I'm afraid it's too early to * say anything for sure at this * time. * * Judge: * I see... * Mr. Payne? * * Judge: * Will we be hearing further * testimony from the * prosecution? * * Payne: * No, Your Honor. That is all. * * Phoenix: * Oh crud... * * Judge: * This witness has said that * he saw the defendant commit * the crime at the crime scene. * * Judge: * While it is true that the * witness was not wearing * his glasses at the time, * * Judge: * the court feels that since he * was near the culprit, positive * identification is possible. * * Phoenix: * Which means...? * * Judge: * The guilt of the defendant, * Maggey Byrde, has been * sufficiently substantiated. * * Phoenix: * WHAAAAAAAT!? * * Maya: * Nick! You have to do something * before it's too late!! * * Judge: * I hereby close the cross-exa * * Phoenix: * *HOLD IT!* * * Phoenix: * W-Wait! * * Phoenix: * As to the actions of * Mr. Wellington during * the 15 minute gap, * * Phoenix: * the defense would like to * propose an explanation! * * Payne: * I thought the defense had just * finished proving that this * couldn't be explained! * * Phoenix: * No, there is one possibility! * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** Judge: Alright. Let's hear your explanation. Judge: However, be forewarned that if your explanation is not persuasive, Judge: you will be penalized. Think carefully before you present, Mr. Wright. Phoenix: Yes, Your Honor! Phoenix: (Urk. I probably shouldn't have said there was only one possibility...) Judge: Please present to the court the one piece of evidence that will answer the following: Judge: "Why didn't the witness call the police right away?" xxx Present something wrong xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x x Phoenix: x *TAKE THAT!* x x Phoenix: x Perhaps this is the evidence x you need to be convinced! x x Judge: x ... x x Judge: x Perhaps? x x Phoenix: x Aha ha ha. That was just an x idea I thought I'd throw out. x x Judge: x I suggest that "perhaps" x you should find a better x piece of evidence. x x Phoenix: x Yes, of course, Your Honor! x Well then... x x Judge: x But before you do, you will x be penalized. x x Phoenix: x (Ouch.) x x RETURN TO QUESTION x xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx *Present Glasses* Phoenix: *TAKE THAT!* Phoenix: Mr. Wellington! Wellington: Wh-What!? Don't do that! You almost made me have a heart attack! Phoenix: These are your glasses, aren't they? Wellington: Ah! Where... Where did you find--!? Ghaaaa! Phoenix: I believe the court all heard what you just confessed to: Phoenix: That these glasses are in fact yours! Phoenix: I'll tell you where they were found, Mr. Wellington. Phoenix: These glasses were found under the victim's body. Wellington: U-Under the v-victim's body!? Judge: Order! Order! Wellington: N-Now, w-wait a second! Hold on! Wellington: I-I didn't confess or confirm a-any-anything! Phoenix: Your Honor! I think the answer is quite clear here! Phoenix: As he fell, Dustin Prince grabbed the culprit's glasses. Phoenix: The culprit knew that he had to find his glasses, and searched frantically for them. Phoenix: What he didn't realize was that they were under the victim's body! Phoenix: And that is why it took him 15 minutes to make that call! Judge: M-Mr. Wright! Are you...? Judge: Are you indicting the witness as the real murderer!? Phoenix: Of course! That is precisely what I am doing! Wellington: Oooo...OOOOWAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH! Phoenix: (I know I'm right!) Phoenix: (He is the real murderer!) Maya: Did you figure it out, Nick!? Phoenix: More or less. Phoenix: Turns out this cell phone was the key to this case after all. Phoenix: Anyway, now is our chance to deep-six this guy. Phoenix: I'll sink him in one shot! Maya: Yeah! Maya: This is so exciting, watching you work again! Phoenix: (Somehow, my old self is coming back to me.) Phoenix: (It's time to sink or swim; everything rests on the edge of a knife!) Phoenix: (This is the moment I've been waiting for...) Judge: Order! Order! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: Your Honor! The defense... The defense is making a mockery of this court! Payne: Without any solid ground to stand on, he accuses the witness of being the murderer! Wellington: Y-Y-Yeah! That-That's right! Wellington: I... I'm no criminal! Wellington: Th-This third-rate, fraud of a lawyer... Phoenix: In that case, why don't we look at it from a different perspective. Phoenix: Let's hear your explanation as to why you are NOT the murderer! Wellington: Why, that's... That's easy... Um... Uh... Wellington: For example... There's um... The name the victim wrote! What about that...? Phoenix: Oh, you mean the name "Maggie"? Wellington: Y-Yeah! Even an idiot like you can read that, right? Phoenix: But we already know this was not written by the victim himself. Phoenix: After all, the defendant's name is "Maggey" and the victim was left-handed. Judge: So basically, you are saying that in order to make the defendant look guilty, Judge: the real criminal used the victim's right hand to write her name on the ground? Wellington: B-But... But, but!! Wellington: Wouldn't that mean that the real criminal was someone the defendant knew? Wellington: Otherwise, how else would that person know her name was "Maggie", er "Maggey"!? Judge: That is a good point. Judge: The witness didn't even know of Ms. Byrde before this trial. Phoenix: (Ah, I forgot!) Phoenix: (Hmm, was there any way this creep could've known Maggey's name beforehand?) *** There was no way *********************** * * Phoenix: * (No matter how I look at it, * it's no good!) * * Phoenix: * (There is no way he could * have known Maggey or her * name!) * * Maya: * Nick! You can't let this * slimebag get away! * * Maya: * Think harder! * * Phoenix: * Y-You're right... * (OK, let's go over this from * the beginning one more time.) * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** *** There was a way ************************ * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** Phoenix: (It would be best if I could prove that the witness had a chance to learn...) Phoenix: (that the defendant's name was "Maggey".) Judge: Now, will the defense please present its case? Judge: How could the witness have known the defendant's name? xxx Present something wrong xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x x Phoenix: x *TAKE THAT!* x x Phoenix: x This is how! x x Judge: x ... x x Judge: x Am I supposed to take this as x evidence that the defense x doesn't know what's going on? x x Phoenix: x Huh?... x Oh... Ah ha ha ha. x x Payne: x *OBJECTION!* x x Payne: x Aren't you a little old to be x laughing like a 5-year old? x Take some responsibility! x x Phoenix: x (As if I need a lecture about x responsibility from you, of all x people...) x x Judge: x The defense will receive a x penalty. x x Judge: x Please think carefully before x presenting your case again. x x Phoenix: x Yes, Your Honor... x x RETURN TO QUESTION x xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx *Present Cell Phone* Phoenix: *TAKE THAT!* Phoenix: Mr. Wellington. Phoenix: You didn't have your cell phone with you on the day of the murder, correct? Wellington: So what if I didn't? Phoenix: When you realized you had lost it, what did you do? Wellington: What did I do? Phoenix: Didn't you try to find it by calling it? Wellington: Why you...! How did you...!? Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: Your Honor! These questions have nothing to do with... Judge: Overruled. Judge: Mr. Wright, where are you going with this line of questioning? Judge: Do you think there is some relation between this witness' cell phone and the murder? Phoenix: I do, Your Honor. Phoenix: On the day of the murder, Maggey Byrde picked up a lost phone in the park. Phoenix: And! Phoenix: She also received a phone call from the owner of the phone!

Phone: ............... Phone: ...*beep*... Byrde: "Um, hello?" ? ? ?: "Oh, thank you! I've been searching for my phone." Byrde: "Is this yours? Oh, I'm glad you called! We can meet up and I can give this back!" ? ? ?: "I'll be right there, um... I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name..." Byrde: "You can call me Maggey!" Phoenix: That was when you learned that her name was "Maggey"! Wellington: Uh, um, nnngh... Phoenix: But you made one fatal mistake. Judge: Fatal mistake? Phoenix: My client's name is "Maggey" but the name that was written on the ground was "Maggie". Phoenix: This is a mistake that could only occur if all you knew was how her name sounded! Wellington: EEEEEEEEEK! Judge: Order! Order! Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: B-But, Your Honor! Payne: The witness has no motive! Judge: And your point is? Payne: It's very simple, Your Honor. A person usually would not kill someone without a reason. Payne: Mr. Wellington had no reason to kill anyone! Wellington: That is absolutely correct! I don't have a motive! Judge: Hmm... Mr. Wright. Phoenix: Your Honor? Judge: Can you explain what motive this witness could have had? Phoenix: ... Phoenix: It's very simple, Your Honor. Wellington: ...! Maya: Are you sure, Nick!? Phoenix: If I said I can't offer an explanation, then the trial's over, right? Maya: Yeah, but... Judge: Now then, please present to this court proof that the witness had a motive! xxx Present something wrong xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x x Phoenix: x *TAKE THAT!* x x Phoenix: x The murderer killed the victim x because of this! x x Payne: x *OBJECTION!* x x Payne: x The defense is obviously x haphazardly throwing out x evidence in desperation! x x Judge: x It certainly seems that way. x x Payne: x Don't let all your hard work x up to this point go to waste x on a random guess. x x Phoenix: x ... x What was I thinking...? x x RETURN TO QUESTION x xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx *** Present Cell Phone ********************* * * Phoenix: * *TAKE THAT!* * * Phoenix: * Mr. Wellington's motive * is right here! * * Judge: * The cell phone? * * Phoenix: * In the memory of the phone * the defendant found was a * list of certain phone numbers! * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** *** Present Names List ********************* * * Phoenix: * *TAKE THAT!* * * Phoenix: * Mr. Wellington's motive * is right here! * * Judge: * What is this? * ...A list? * * Phoenix: * These phone numbers were * pulled from the memory of * the phone the defendant found. * * Phoenix: * And we have determined that * the people on this list are * members of a "certain group". * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** Wellington: You... You looked up all those numbers...? Phoenix: Of course. Phoenix: This list of phone numbers was stored in the cell phone's memory. Phoenix: The names and numbers belong to people who are members of a certain con artists' group. Payne: Wh-Wh-Wh-Wh-What!? C-C-Con artists!? Phoenix: Can you explain why these numbers were on your phone, Mr. Wellington!? Wellington: Th-This... This is an outrage! An invasion of privacy! Wellington: Looking up the phone numbers on a person's phone is a worse crime than murder! Wellington: Y-You're one of those people! Wellington: You're just like the cops who raided that brilliant artist, Maurice Utrillo's atelier! Wellington: They disrupted a genius at work and interrupted his dialogue with the Goddess of-- Phoenix: I don't care, Mr. Wellington! Phoenix: All I want is for you to tell us what this list is about! Wellington: Do you think you -- any of you, can know what it's like to be a refined man like me!? Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: Your Honor! This-This is... This is unjust badgering of the witness! Judge: Objection overruled. Judge: Mr. Wright! What is the meaning of this!? Judge: Why would the witness have the numbers of a group of con artists on his phone!? Phoenix: Isn't that obvious!? The witness is... xxx looking into the group. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x x Phoenix: x He's investigating that group! x x Judge: x Excuse me? x x Maya: x What in the world are you x saying, Nick!? x x Maya: x If he was just looking into x the group, then he has no x reason to kill anyone! x x Judge: x I can not accept the defense's x answer. x x Phoenix: x (Yeah, I should have seen that x coming...) x x Judge: x I'll ask you again: x x RETURN TO QUESTION x xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxx a victim of that group. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x x Phoenix: x He was victimized by this x group of con artists! x x Judge: x I-Is that right!? x x Phoenix: x And to take his revenge, he's x looking for the names and x numbers of the con artists... x x Maya: x Hold on, Nick! x What are you talking about!? x x Maya: x If that's true, then he x doesn't have a motive x to kill Dustin Prince! x x Phoenix: x ... x (I guess so...) x x Judge: x What is it? You became quiet x all of a sudden. x x Phoenix: x Um, I'm sorry, Your Honor. x I'd like to try one more time. x x Judge: x *sigh* x Alright. x x Judge: x One more time, Mr. Wright. x x RETURN TO QUESTION x xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx *** a member of that group. **************** * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** Phoenix: Mr. Wellington is a member of this very group! Wellington: Nooooo! Phoenix: All of your "friends'" phone numbers are stored right here on this phone. Phoenix: If anyone were to look into these phone numbers, it would be all over for you. Phoenix: That is why you had to kill. Wellington: Noooo! This is tooooo much!! Judge: Hmm, that does make quite a bit of sense. Judge: Well, Mr. Wellington? Would you care to explain? Wellington: ... I... Um, I... Phoenix: (I got you now!) Wellington: I... I... That... I... That police officer... Payne: *OBJECTION!* Payne: Your Honor! Judge: What is it, Mr. Payne? Payne: Your Honor! This-This is... This... This is unjust badgering of the witness! Judge: You said the exact same thing only a few seconds ago. Payne: P-P-P-P-Please! Payne: Please, let's think about the content of that phone call!

Phone:

...*beep*...

Byrde:

"Um, hello?"

? ? ?:

"Oh, thank you! I've been searching for my phone."

Byrde:

"Is this yours? Oh, I'm glad you called! We can meet up and I can give this back!"

Payne: The defendant had already promised that she would return the phone. Payne: After that, all Mr. Wellington had to do was meet Ms. Byrde to get his phone back. Payne: Why, then, would he need to kill anyone!? Judge: Hmm... That is a valid point. Judge: What does the defense think about this point? Phoenix: (Hmm...) Phoenix: (If you think about it logically, then it makes sense...) Maya: Then maybe we should be thinking outside the box! Phoenix: (Yeah! If we think like that... Let's see...) Phoenix: (Maybe that slimeball saw something at the crime scene that made him commit murder.) Judge: Your thoughts, Mr. Wright? Phoenix: Hmm, well... Phoenix: I don't think Mr. Wellington went to pick up his phone in a very friendly manner. Payne: But he was promised his phone, so why would he have been unfriendly to the defendant? Phoenix: I think he must have seen something that didn't agree with him when he got there. Judge: Well, then Mr. Wright... Judge: What was this "something" that didn't agree with the witness? xxx Present something wrong xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x x Phoenix: x *TAKE THAT!* x x Phoenix: x The witness saw this! x x Judge: x Mr. Wellington. x I-Is he correct? x x Wellington: x ...? x x Judge: x By the expression on his face, x I would say that wasn't it. x x Phoenix: x (It looks like I was wrong...) x x Judge: x Wright, Wright, Wright. x Try to think before x you present again. x x Phoenix: x (So, he went to get his x cell phone back,) x x Phoenix: x (but when he got there, he x lost control of himself.) x x Phoenix: x (It was probably because x he saw something that was x really bad for him there...) x x Phoenix: x (And that "really bad thing" x was...!) x x RETURN TO QUESTION x xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx *Present Dustin Prince profile* Phoenix: *TAKE THAT!* Phoenix: What Mr. Wellington saw was... the victim. Payne: T-The... The victim!? You mean Dustin Prince!? Phoenix: Dustin Prince had gone on his date right after his shift was over. Phoenix: With no time to change, he went to the park still wearing his police uniform! Judge: Oh! "The girl that picked up my phone is with a policeman!" Phoenix: He couldn't have known they were going out so he began to worry. Phoenix: He was afraid the policeman would ask a few questions before returning the phone. "If I do anything suspicious, he might run a check on my phone..." Phoenix: In his mind, it was possible they had already run a check on the phone! Judge: And he went into a panic, is what you're saying? Phoenix: Exactly. Phoenix: Officer Prince was murdered simply because he was in uniform! Payne: Mr. Payne. Do you have any comments? Payne: I, um... I'm thinking... Judge: Hmm, it seems the truth has come out at last. Judge: The witness... Mr. Wellington, you are-- Wellington: Ha... Ah ha ha... Wellington: Ahahahahahahaaahahaahahaahaha hahahaHahahaAhahahahahaHahaha HahhaahaAAAHAHAhhahahahah Wellington: AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAWAHA HAHAHAHAWAHAHAHAHAWAHA AHAHAHWAHAHAHAHAAAAAA Wellington: Ha ha ha ha... Impressive... Not bad for a person with a third-rate education... Phoenix: What's that supposed to mean!? Wellington: The evidence... Evidence! Maya: Uuugh! That guy is really creeping me out-- Wellington: All you've been waving around and talking about is that "suspicious" cell phone. Wellington: Suspicious phone number this, suspicious con group that! They're all on that phone! Wellington: But who's to say that phone is really mine!? Where's your proof!? Your evidence!? Phoenix: You want proof that this phone is yours? Wellington: Ahahahaha! Ahehehehehe! I already told you earlier! Wellington: That phone I lost -- I've already found it! Wellington: You don't have even the slightest idea who the phone in your hand belongs to! Wellington: You can be sure it isn't mine, you simpleton! Phoenix: WHAT!? Wellington: Hehehehe... Heh... Hehehehe... It feels good to see you squirm. Judge: Hmm... We do seem to have a problem on our hands with this phone. Judge: Whose phone is it? Without knowing that, it's meaningless as evidence. Phoenix: Your Honor! Phoenix: (This is bad... I can't let him turn the tables on me like this!!) Phoenix: (Hmm... This cell phone...) Phoenix: (There has to be something I've overlooked. There's got to be! Hmm... Maybe...) *** The phone's stored numbers? ************ * * Phoenix: * This phone has the names * and numbers of those in the * con group in its memory. * * Phoenix: * I can show them to you, Your * Honor! * * Wellington: * I don't believe this. * What are you talking about!? * * Phoenix: * Uh... * * Wellington: * What we are trying to * determine is who that * phone belongs to! * * Wellington: * Who cares about what phone * numbers are stored on it!? * * Wellington: * Besides, who knows. Maybe * you went and added some * of those numbers in yourself! * * Judge: * The witness is quite right. * I'm afraid I have to reject * the defense's proposal. * * Phoenix: * (Grr... That jerk is back to * his arrogant, annoying self * again...) * * RETURN TO QUESTION * ******************************************** *** Fingerprints on the phone? ************* * * Phoenix: * I got it! We should check for * fingerprints! * * Judge: * Finger...prints...? * * Phoenix: * Yes, Your Honor. * Mr. Wellington must have left * some prints on this phone! * * Maya: * Nick! * Don't you remember!? * * Maya: * When you got that from Maggey, * you wiped it off! * * Phoenix: * I what!? * * Maya: * You said there was sand * all over it, so... * * Phoenix: * W-Wiped it? * I wiped it...? * * Maya: * Pretty thoroughly, too... * * Wellington: * WahahaHahaHAHahaha! * * Wellington: * It's oh-so-much fun watching * third-rate trash babble like * morons amongst themselves! * * Phoenix: * (Aaargh! He's made a complete * recovery...) * * CONTINUE * ******************************************** Wellington: How many times do I have to say this: my phone is right here! You see? Wellington: Oh, and incidentally, you can't check the numbers stored on this phone. Wellington: It must have glitched because all the numbers just magically disappeared! Phoenix: (You've got to be joking! He erased all the numbers I was going to use as evidence!) Phoenix: ... Phoenix: Mr. Wellington... Wellington: What's this? Wellington: From the way you talk to me, it sounds like you still have some fight left in you. Phoenix: Where did you finally find your cell phone!? Wellington: ... Wellington: ...Heh heh heh... Wellington: Ah ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! Oh, you are too much! Wellington: And of course you have no idea what I'm talking about! Phoenix: ...? ... Phoenix: I... I... Oh my g-- NOW I REMEMBER!!

Phone:

............

Phone:

...*beep*...

Phoenix:

Huh, looks like they hung up.

? ? ?:

Ah, good. I finally found it.

Phoenix:

(So that's when...)

Wellington:

What's wrong, Mr. Attorney? Why the harsh glare in your eyes...?

Maya:

Nick! We've worked so hard to get this far, but

Maya:

if you don't do something quick, he's going to get off scot-free!

Phoenix:

I know.

Phoenix:

(I know this phone has to be his...)

Phoenix:

(But how am I supposed to prove something like that!?)

Judge:

Mr. Wright.

Judge:

If you cannot prove who the owner of that cell phone is,

Judge:

your indictment has no basis, and therefore, no power.

Judge:

It looks like you came up a penny short.

Phoenix:

(Where...? Where did I go wrong...?)

Wellington:

Don't blame yourself, you're merely a third-rate lawyer.

Wellington:

You only made one big mistake.

Wellington:

Who are you? What are you? That's something you haven't figured out for yourself yet.

Phoenix:

(Who... I am?)

Judge:

The court hereby concludes the cross-examination!

Wellington:

Heh heh heh...

Wellington:

If that will be all, I'll have to bid you gentlemen and ladies goodbye.

Wellington:

I have a reservation at that ultra-fancy restaurant on the upper side of town.

Payne:

Thank you for your assistance. You've had a stressful day, so please, bon appetite!

Phoenix:

(What am I supposed to do!? Am I supposed to just let it go at that?)


 * Wait and see *************************** * *

Phoenix:

(It's no use. I can't do any

more. There's nothing left.)

Phoenix:

(Nothing left but to go back

to my hometown... But where

in the world is that, anyway?)

Maya:

What are you mumbling about!?

Maya:

You're...

Well, you're YOU, Nick!

And because you're you,

Maya:

you can't give up now!

Phoenix:

("If I were me"...?)

Phoenix:

Alright. If I were me, then

what would I do?

Maya:

That's easy! For starters,

you'd raise your voice and

object!

Phoenix:

(So for now, I should at least

say something!)

* * CONTINUE * ******************************************** *** Raise an objection ********************* * * CONTINUE * ********************************************

Phoenix:


 * HOLD IT!*

Phoenix:

Please wait, Your Honor!

Maya:

Alright, Nick!

Phoenix:

I think I may be able to prove it!

Judge:

"Prove it...?" Prove what, Mr. Wright?

Phoenix:

Everything!

Payne:


 * OBJECTION!*

Payne:

Y-Your Honor! The cross- examination has already ended!

Payne:

If he questions the witness with any more of his badgering...

Judge:

You will not harass the witness. Is that clear, Mr. Wright?

Wellington:

Did you hear that? No harassment allowed, Mr. Attorney.

Phoenix:

Please, Your Honor!

Judge:

...

Judge:

Very well. But this is your last chance, Mr. Wright.

Phoenix:

...!

Judge:

You may present one piece of evidence to the court.

Phoenix:

(I only get one shot at this!)

Judge:

If you cannot "prove" everything...

Judge:

It's over. For your client, and for you.

Judge:

Do you fully understand?

Phoenix:

Yes, Your Hon-

Payne:


 * OBJECTION!*

Payne:

I'm sure you are well aware, Your Honor, but the cross- examination period has ended!

Judge:

Were you paying attention, Mr. Payne?

Judge:

I said that Mr. Wright could present only one more piece of evidence.

Payne:

Oh...

Judge:

Now then, Mr. Wright. This is your last chance.

Phoenix:

(It all comes down to this! It's Go time!)

Judge:

Please present the one piece of evidence that will explain everything!

xxx Present something wrong xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x x

Phoenix:


 * TAKE THAT!*

Judge:

...

Judge:

Is this your final answer?

Judge:

It's a bit disappointing.

Phoenix:

Nonono!

That was just a friendly

gesture!

Wellington:

Ha ha ha. You sure know how

to send a friendly gesture to

me, at least.

Judge:

This is your absolute last

chance, Mr. Wright.

Judge:

So no more of these "friendly

gestures"!

Phoenix:

Yes, Your Honor... Sorry...

RETURN TO QUESTION x xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx *Present Phoenix's Business Card*

Phoenix:


 * TAKE THAT!*

Judge:

Why, thank you. How nice.

Judge:

Here, please have one of mine.


 * Judge's Business Card added to the Court Record.*

Judge:

Wait, what am I doing!? This isn't the time to be exchanging business cards!

Phoenix:

Your Honor.

Phoenix:

There is something very important about that card. And that is...

xxx the name on the card. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx x x

Phoenix:

The name on that card tells

people who I am!

Phoenix:

It even told ME that I'm

"Phoenix Wright"!

Payne:

...

Wellington:

...

Maya:

...

Judge:

...Did you not know that?

Phoenix:

Nope!

Payne:


 * OBJECTION!*

Payne:

Wh-Wh-What's the meaning

of this nonsense!?

Judge:

Mr. Wright! Get a hold of

yourself and start behaving

like a proper lawyer!

Maya:

Ouch... Talk about a

tongue-lashing, Nick...

Phoenix:

(Urk. I should probably

try this from a different

angle...)

x x CONTINUE x xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

*** the back of the card. ****************** * * CONTINUE * ********************************************

Phoenix:

This card is important because of what is on the back!

Maya:

Hmm? You wrote your cell phone number on the back, but...

Phoenix:

But that's exactly it.

Phoenix:

Can you please call this number from your cell phone?

Maya:

Huh? Right now!? But court is still in session!

Phoenix:

It's OK. You'll see.

Maya:

OK, if you say so.

Judge:

Is the defense preparing something, Mr. Wright?

Phoenix:

We are going to call my cell phone now.

Phoenix:

And then the court will see everything for what it is!

Wellington:

O-Of all the idiotic, stupid things to...

Phone:

................

Wellington: Aaagh!

Wellington:

Wh-What!? Why is my phone...?

Wellington:

And what is with this stupid- sounding ringtone!?

Phone:

...*beep*...

Phoenix:

Mr. Wellington.

Wellington:

...!

Phoenix:

Hmm... How strange...

Phoenix:

I could almost swear that you're holding MY phone!

Wellington:

Y-Your...

Wellington:

AAAAAAAAAAAH! No, no, no, no, no! It can't...!!

Phoenix:

By the way, before I forget, thank you very much for the lump on my head this morning.

Wellington:

Nnnnngh...

Phoenix:

I don't think I need to explain any further, except to say:

Phoenix:

When you went to retrieve your cell phone, you mistakenly took the wrong one!

Wellington:

...Mmgh...

Wellington:

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

Wellington:

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

Wellington:

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaAAAAA

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

Wellington:

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

AAAAAaaaaaaaagggggggghhhnn!

Judge:

So that is what happened. You were knocked out by Mr. Wellington...

Phoenix:

He is a man who lives on his pride and self-image alone.

Phoenix:

And in order to hide his involvement with the con artists' group,

Phoenix:

he has become paranoid, and has lost all ability to make rational judgments.

Judge:

Hmm...

Payne:

Then... Then, Mr. Wright... The phone you're holding...

Phoenix;

It's Mr. Wellington's, naturally.

Judge:

Speaking of that man, how is he, Mr. Payne?

Payne:

Ah, he was arrested and has been taken away, Your Honor.

Judge:

Very well.

Judge:

Now then, this court finds the defendant, Maggey Byrde... * N O T G U I L T Y *

Judge:

That is all. This court is adjourned!

September 8, 2:16 PM District Court

Defendant Lobby No. 1

Byrde:

I knew that the real you would shine through eventually!

Byrde:

I am so moved by what you've done for me, sir!

Byrde:

Thank you so much, Mr. Wright!

Maya:

I feel really bad for Dustin. He didn't do anything to deserve this...

Byrde:

... It's probably because of me...

Phoenix:

Huh?

Byrde:

My whole life has been nothing but a whirlwind of bad luck and failures.

Maya:

Your whole life? It couldn't have been that bad, could it?

Byrde:

Since I was 6 months old, when I fell from the 9th floor of my apartment building,

Byrde:

I've been hit by all sorts of vehicles, gotten sick from all sorts of foods,

Byrde:

failed at almost every test I've ever taken, experienced almost every kind of disaster,

Byrde:

and never won or even tied at a game of tic-tac-toe!

Byrde:

My life has really been nothing but a string of disasters.

Phoenix:

That is, uh...

pretty bad...

Byrde:

Up until I went to college, I was known as the "Goddess of Misfortune".

Byrde:

And then, at the academy, everyone called me "Lady Luckless".

Maya:

"Lady Luckless"...

Byrde:

What's worse is that my misfortune always seems to latch onto those around me.

Maya:

What do you mean?

Byrde:

When I see someone in trouble, I always try to help...

Phoenix:

Ah, that's right. You were talking about this earlier.

Byrde:

It happened again recently, too, sir.

Byrde:

There was an old lady pacing back and forth by the pedestrian crosswalk.

Byrde:

I gave her my hand and...

Byrde:

before I knew it, we were having dinner at my house.

Maya:

... Oh.

Byrde:

I'm sure that Dustin's gone because of me...

Maya:

That's not true!

Byrde:

That glove didn't even have any sort of special meaning.

Byrde:

It was just a present to say thanks for covering one of my night shifts.

Maya:

Oh, I see...

Byrde:

Everything is all my fault! Dustin's death,

Byrde:

your head being all messed up...

Phoenix:

Uh, well, I don't think my head is that messed up yet...

Byrde:

I'm going to find a new life for myself starting now.

Byrde:

The next time we meet, I'm sure I'll...

Byrde:

I'm sure I'll have found a whole ocean's worth of good luck by then, sir!

Phoenix:

Yeah. After all, the "Goddess of Misfortune" is only a name!

Byrde:

You bet! I'm gonna make it! I promise!

Byrde:

Next time we meet, I'll only be an "Unlucky Person", instead of a goddess!

Phoenix:

Y-Yeah! That's the spirit!

Byrde:

Well, Mr. Wright, Maya, I should get going.

Maya:

OK! Good luck to you!

Byrde:

Thanks! You take care of yourselves, too!

Phoenix:


 * sigh* What a horrible day...

Phoenix:

I've gotten my memory back, but things are still a little fuzzy...

Maya:

But you're OK, and that's what counts. You really had me worried!

Maya:

Come on, let's go back to the office.

Phoenix:

(Hmm... I'm afraid to ask, but here goes...)

Phoenix:

So, this might sound bad, but... uh... Who are you...?

Maya:

What!?

Maya:

I thought you said you got your memory back!

Phoenix: (At that moment,)

Phoenix: (everything really did come back to me...)

Detective Gumshoe... He's someone I've had clashes with in the past during certain cases. But he's also been a good ally during others.

The Judge... He's a lovable, kind old man who is easily swayed by other people's opinions. But in the end, he always comes up with the right verdict.

... This person... I haven't got a clue... He seems to know me, but maybe he's mistaking me for someone else...?

Phoenix:

(And this girl...) ...Maya...?

Maya:

You... You finally remembered!

Phoenix:

(This is Maya Fey, my assistant.)

Phoenix:

(That's right... I have so many unforgettable memories about her.)

Phoenix:

(For example...)

Maya:

Earth to Nick! What's wrong?

Maya:

You keep staring at me! Don't tell me you've missed me?

Phoenix:

Uh, well, yeah I suppose I have.

Phoenix:

I feel like I haven't seen you in ages.

Maya:

Oh?

Maya:

Well, I'm back now. So it's time for us to create new memories together!

Phoenix:

Alright. Sounds good.

Phoenix:

(All the phone numbers on my phone were erased by Mr. Wellington.)

Phoenix:

(I guess I have to start over from the very beginning...)

Maya:

Come on, Nick! Let's go to our usual burger joint!

Phoenix:

OK, OK.

Phoenix:

(Actually, it hasn't even been two months since she came back into my life.)

(And that story...)

(That story began on one rainy afternoon, two months ago...)

Episode 1: The Lost Turnabout THE END