Chapter Twelve – The Trial
On the day of the trial, after the ritual with the candle and bowl, Kathy was made to take a sedative. She slept until evening. Miko shook her awake. During the preparations, very few words were spoken. Kathy was given an enema, then a hot bath after which Mi Jong dried her and led her to the bed. Once more, her body was vigorously rubbed with the white oil, her nails painted, and her hair brushed until it shone. The make-up they applied this time was, except for her eyes, understated. A rosy pink lipstick and gloss coated her lips. Kathy was surprised to see the gown they brought her. It was made of fine white cotton. It had capped sleeves, a modest scooped neckline, and hung to the floor. There were no openings, no slits, nothing cheaply provocative. Although
