Contracted by the Biker

Chapter 6

Aurora's POV

It took a few minutes to draft a contract. I had to buy a suit just to look professional. There's no way I'd expect the court to take me seriously if I was wearing my gym clothes. I thought about how to argue this case out and win the bail hearing. At least, that'd be a good start.

I did not plan on arguing for motive because that would mean Kai staying in Jail. He might have never gone head to head with Gregory but they were enemies. Even a blind person could see that. All the odds were greatly against us.

I paid the hospital bills while I was getting a suit. Had my mom to ensure that everything went well in the hospital. I got myself another cup of coffee and an hamburger.

It was almost 2PM when I got Kai to sign the contract.

The only reason I'm taking the case is because of the money and I also get to see Kai. Defend Kai, I mean. And honestly, a case like this could skyrocket my career to the next level.

I sat in the courtroom with my hands on my head as I stared at the damning evidence against Kai. How am I going to get him out of this?

"You know that it's hopeless already." Someone said, jolting me out of my thoughts. "Yvonne Anna, the people's lawyer."

She stretched out her hand for a handshake.

"Aurora Martel." I said, shaking her hands. "No case is actually hopeless, especially not one where my client is innocent."

"Good luck proving that." Yvonne said with a smirk.

"Good luck trying to put him in jail." I smirked right back. I'm not one to lose and I would not start losing now.

Yvonne went back to her seat. Almost immediately Kai was brought in. The cuffs were removed from his hands and he had his seat.

"Would you believe I missed you kind of." Kai said. I rolled my eyes at him and he smiled.

"Keep that up and I'll not be your lawyer." I said.

"All rise!" The court clerk called and we all stood up.

The judge entered the courtroom, swishing her robes as she took her seat at the bench.

"You may be seated," she said firmly. Everyone in the room sat.

The clerk stepped forward and cleared their throat.

"This is the bail hearing for the case of The People of Illinois vs. Kai Macbell, presided over by Judge Rose Macclesfield. "

I glanced at the judge as she adjusted her glasses and reviewed the paperwork in front of her.

"Let the record show," she began, "that we are convened for the purpose of determining bail eligibility for the defendant, Mr. Kai Macbell, in relation to the charge of first-degree murder."

The prosecutor, Yvonne Anna, stood with ease. She was overly confident. If I were in her shoes, I'd probably be as confident also.

"Your Honor, Yvonne Anna for the People."

I straightened my back, took a steadying breath, and stood to introduce myself.

"Aurora Martel for the defense, Your Honor."

Judge Macclesfield gave both of us a long, assessing look, then nodded.

"Very well. Prosecution, you may proceed with your argument regarding bail."

I sank back into my seat, gripping my pen tightly as I prepared to counter whatever Yvonne had to throw at me. The formalities were over. It was time to fight.

Yvonne stepped out with a very confident gait. How am I going to win against someone this confident? I really need to my game.

"Your Honor, the people strongly opposed bail in this case. The defendant, Mr Kai Macbell, is charged with first degree murder which is the most severe of all. The evidence tying him to this crime is quite substantial; the murder weapon, the financial documents and several other things. Not to even talk of the risk of flight." Yvonne said. The very few people that sat in the courtroom were nodding in approval to her words. "Your Honor, the defendant has a trail of crimes he has committed and is also known to be a violent person in the community."

"Furthermore, your Honor, his motorcycle was placed by several witnesses at the site of the murder. Given his criminal background, there's a high chance of him tampering with evidence if granted bail your honor."

"For these reasons, the People believe he poses a threat to public safety and should remain in custody until trial." Yvonne said, walking back to her seat with a confident look. She's really good at doing what she does honestly.

"Miss Martel, your response?" Judge Macclesfield called.

I rose from my seat, straightening my suit . I took a look at Kai and he smiled at me. For a moment, I froze to take better looks at his smile.

"Your Honor," I started calmly, "the defense contends that Mr. Kai Macbell is neither a flight risk nor a danger to the community. While the charges against him are serious, it is important to remember that the evidence presented thus far is circumstantial. The presence of a gun in his office and the proximity of his motorcycle to the scene do not conclusively tie him to the crime."

"Also your Honor, my client has no records of a violent history as the prosecution might have suggested. There is absolutely no record of him being violent or engaging in criminal activities which makes me wonder why the prosecution has brought up false charges against my client." I said. "At this point, who knows what else may be false."

"Also your Honor, my client has a business right here in Chicago and has no reason to flee. If he stays in police custody any longer, I fear for the life of my client since he hasn't been fed since he was brought in."

"Is this true?" Judge Macclesfield asked the officer that brought him in. The officer went silent. "That's a really big shame on you. You need to do better."

"The defense is prepared to accept conditions such as electronic monitoring or house arrest, should the court deem it necessary, to ensure his compliance with bail terms"

"Your Honor, we urge the court to consider that every individual is innocent until proven guilty, and Mr Kai Macbell deserves the opportunity to prepare his defense without the added burden of incarceration." I said, before heading back to my seat. I locked eyes Yvonne and smirked at her.

Kai smiled when I sat down but he did not say anything to me.

Judge Macclesfield, rested back, putting her fingers on her chin.

"I've reviewed the case files and I've heard your arguments. This is a first degree murder charge which makes it a very serious case. This calls for a lot of discretion and meticulousness." Judge Macclesfield said. "Given the absence of Mr Kai's criminal record and the maltreatment he must have gone through in the cell, I am forced to grant him bail, but it doesn't come unconditionally." The Judge said, choosing her words carefully.

"In the case of The People of Illinois vs Mr Kai Macbell, Mr Kai is granted bail at $200,000 and must submit his passports to the department." The judge said, hitting her gravel.

"All rise!" The court clerk shouted.

"I told you. You're a natural at this." Kai said, smiling.

"Just so you know, this is just the beginning." Yvonne said to me. I rolled my eyes at Yvonne and turned to look at Kai.

"Kai, you might still be here for an hour max." I said. "I need to help you sort..."

My phone rang immediately. It was my mom. I picked it up.

"Sorry Kai, call Adam and have him bring your passport, I'll also pay the bail and everything would be fine. I need to get to the hospital now."

"Is everything alright?" Kai asked, looking genuinely concerned.

"Yeah, I'll be back, Kai." I said, hurrying out of the courtroom.

I ran to the hospital to meet with my mom. They just needed me to sign off some things. My mom should have signed but she chose seeing a new boyfriend over waiting in the hospital.

Kai had already been released by the time I was done and I stopped by the bar where I met Jonathan to have a drink.

What are the odds that I'd meet him again? I'm not sure if I want to.

"Two shots of Martini, please." I said.

"And two extra shots of vodka." A very familiar voice said.

"Jonathan?" I called, turning my face towards him.