The federal courtroom was packed beyond capacity as Judge Morrison reconvened the hearing after a brief recess. Luna had used the break to coordinate with federal agents and supernatural allies, but now she faced the most challenging part of her legal strategy—proving criminal conspiracy without revealing the supernatural elements that human courts couldn't officially acknowledge.
"Ms. Blackwood," Judge Morrison said as court resumed, "before we proceed with arrest warrants, I need you to address some concerns raised by defense counsel. Mr. Wells claims that this entire case is based on misunderstandings about cultural practices and religious beliefs."
Luna stood, her legal training taking complete control as she prepared to dismantle the defense's arguments piece by piece.
"Your Honor,
