Chapter 201

“Is she in court today?” Judge Cook asked.

“Yes, right over there.” Marie pointed at a young woman in a grey dress.

The prosecutor then argued, “My lord, the prosecution did not receive prior notice of this evidence. I urge the court to adjourn the trial for Ms. Martin while we authenticate the document.”

Judge Cook calmly replied, “Authentication goes without saying, prosecutor. But I won’t grant an adjournment. Since this document only questions the validity of the audits, the trial can move on to the corruption charges against Martin on government projects.”

Mr. Clark argued, “My lord, every earning and expenditure made by my client will be reflected by the audits. If that is put into question, shouldn’t the prosecution’s charges with regards to government projects be put on hold as well?”

Judge Cook’s face was unperturbed when he replied, “No, Mr. Clark. You very well know the evidence for the government project bribery is not just in the form of au