Although Grindelwald's calm demeanor surprised Picqueli,the die was cast .
Moreover, they had discovered Abernathy's subtle actions and corrected them afterward!
Although Abernathy escaped when they tried to arrest him, this witness testimony was absolutely irrefutable!
No matter how calm Grindelwald appeared, it couldn't change the facts!
Just as Chairman Picqueli was convincing himself, an Auror came to report.
"Chairman, all the witnesses have taken the truth serum and are ready to testify at any time."
"Good…begin immediately!"
Chairman Picqueli glanced at Grindelwald, who was still smiling, and turned back to his seat.
"Witness number one, Morton Webber!"
Picqueli looked at the first witness who stepped forward.
It was a short, stout wizard, his face blank, a normal reaction after taking the truth serum.
"Before today, have you seen Gellert Grindelwald?"
Picqueli asked.
"Yes," Webber nodded.
"When?"
"He was there on the day my brother was murdered!"
This statement caused a stir in the hall.
For the first time, Chairman Picqueli smiled.
Sure enough, Abernathy's machinations had been completely corrected!
If that was the case, then there was nothing to worry about!
Picqueli glanced at Grindelwald again; she wanted to see how long this bastard could maintain his indifferent expression!
"Silence!" Picqueli struck her gavel again, restoring quiet to the hall.
After the hall finally quieted down, Chairman Picqueli asked again, "Who killed your brother?"
"He was killed by a sorcerer… he was one of Grindelwald's men…" Webber said blankly.
This testimony caused another uproar among the wizards.
Even with Chairman Picqueli's relentless pressure, it was somewhat futile.
Grindelwald was present, and his sorcerers had committed murder!
Even if he hadn't done it himself, if he had ordered it, that was practically direct evidence!
Although they didn't know if this witness was a fake, deliberately planted by the Magic Kingdom, this at least solidified the murder charge against him!
Even if Grindelwald were to appeal, that would be a matter for later, and by then, it wouldn't have caused as much of a stir as this public trial.
Because if this trial, which Grindelwald initiated, turned into a farce, his prestige would be almost completely destroyed…
As the hall gradually quieted down, Chairman Picqueli urgently inquired, "Webber, did you personally witness Grindelwald instructing his men to murder your brother?"
With Chairman Picqueli's words, the wizards in the hall fell completely silent.
Whether or not a conviction could be reached depended on the witness's answer.
Of course, everyone already had a general idea of the answer.
Because the Magical Congress of America intended to abandon all decorum and directly frame him… the outcome was unlikely to be much of a turn of events.
"No, not at all," Webber replied.
This answer immediately drew a stunned look from everyone.
President Picquart, seated high in the main seat, was utterly dumbfounded.
"Witness! Repeat your answer!"
"No, not at all," Webber replied again, his face blank.
The hall erupted in noise once more, for the witness's answer was far too unexpected!
The current testimony seemed to be in Grindelwald's favor?
What was the Magical Congress of America up to?
"This… how is this possible…" President Picquart slumped into her chair, feeling all the strength drain from her.
She looked at Grindelwald again.
Grindelwald stood quietly in the judge's dock, a faint smile still on his face.
It was as if everything that had happened was entirely under his control.
But… how could this be?!
"The murderers of your brother were from the Malay Party, and Grindelwald was indeed present. So, what was Grindelwald doing at the time?"
Chairman Pikeli asked again, unwilling to give up.
Although all the answers were unexpected, in the current situation, as long as Grindelwald was present!
Even if Grindelwald hadn't spoken, she could still present the Malay Party's atrocities as Grindelwald's tacit approval!
In that case, she could still frame Grindelwald!
"The murderers of my brother were indeed Grindelwald's men, because my brother was opposing Grindelwald's ideas at the time.
And Grindelwald was trying to stop his men from killing my brother… unfortunately, the Aurors interrupted him," Weber replied calmly.
As soon as he uttered his answer, the previously noisy hall fell silent.
So far, the first witness's testimony hadn't implicated Grindelwald; in fact, it had…changed his image in people's minds?
Wasn't he a vicious dark wizard? Yet he was saving someone from his own men?
And, according to the witness, if the Aurors hadn't stormed in and attacked Grindelwald, Webber's brother might not have died?
President Picqueli slumped in her chair, completely bewildered as to how things had turned out this way…
She abruptly turned her gaze to the Aurors.
When they returned to report, they clearly stated that the witness's memory had been completely restored!
Now, the witness testimony was like this!
She had ample reason to believe that a traitor had emerged from among the Aurors she trusted most!
However, the Aurors she was watching also wore expressions of confusion.
This made Chairman Picqueli momentarily unable to discern who the real traitor was.
Or... were they all traitors?
Thinking of this, Chairman Picqueli felt a chill run down his spine…
Grindelwald looked at Weber in the witness stand and said apologetically, "I'm very sorry, Mr. Weber, I couldn't save your brother… My followers misinterpreted my thoughts, and that was my fault.
In my view, seeking common ground while reserving differences is normal.
If someone is to be killed because of differing opinions, that's really wrong… I will not shirk my responsibility, and I will make amends to you on behalf of the UMNO party later… But no amount of compensation can undo the pain of losing a loved one…"
"Shut up! Shut up!"
Chairman Picqueli said coldly, "You are not allowed to speak to witnesses without permission!"
"I'm sorry."
Grindelwald still didn't defend himself this time, only said sorry, and then fell silent again.
President Picqueli's heart sank to the bottom.
The first witness was already like this; what about the subsequent witnesses?
However, a glimmer of hope kept her from calling up the remaining witnesses…
Thirty minutes later, President Picqueli's face was ashen.
Apart from a witness named Cyber Wright, who insisted that Grindelwald had harmed his muggle wife,all the other witnesses failed to implicate Grindelwald in their testimonies…
Moreover, in their testimonies, the ruthless Grindelwald was portrayed as a responsible and accountable political leader…while the Aurors were depicted as those who twisted the truth and misrepresented facts…
At this point, the meeting hall was in complete chaos, having transformed into a bustling marketplace.
The testimonies of these witnesses were truly astonishing…
If these witnesses were all pre-arranged by the Magical Council to frame Grindelwald,
then… having only one person testify against Grindelwald made the Magical Council feel like they had shot themselves in the foot…
While the others initially found the testimonies too illogical, the inclusion of a plausible accusation made the other testimonies more credible.
Below the stage, Dumbledore sighed deeply, looking at Grindelwald on stage, who remained silent and smiling, a complex mix of emotions welling up inside him.
He had only injured a Muggle, not killed him… In the context of the United States, this was hardly a serious crime.
Given Grindelwald's influence, if he were to reach a settlement with the victim and provide sufficient compensation, he might not even need to go to jail!
Even if he did go to jail, it would only be for a few years at most...
But what about after those years?
What would the world be like if Grindelwald came out?
The Muggle world was already engulfed in war, and the wizarding world would likely no longer be peaceful...
A few months ago, when he defeated Grindelwald, he thought the wave Grindelwald had stirred up could finally subside, but now it seems that it was only just beginning...
At the same time, Tom, standing next to Dumbledore, was also deeply shocked.
Grindelwald, standing quietly to the side, saying nothing and doing nothing, yet manipulating everyone present with such ease… it was so cool!
He used to not understand why Grindelwald, with his formidable strength, didn't choose to brute force.
Even if he couldn't defeat Dumbledore, he could at least avoid direct confrontation…
But now… he completely understood.
Controlling others doesn't necessarily rely solely on overwhelming strength…
So far, even someone as powerful as Dumbledore could only stand silently below the stage watching Grindelwald's performance, couldn't he?
Suddenly, Tom felt a sense of "A true man should act like this!"…
"How about it?
I told you this trip wouldn't be a waste, right?"
Suddenly, Li Wade's voice rang in Tom's ears.
Tom turned to look at Livid, only to see him looking at him with a half-smile…
"Indeed…very profitable…" Tom, unusually, didn't argue this time.
Meanwhile, Dumbledore, completely absorbed in the situation on stage, was oblivious to the two younger ones whispering to each other with a Whispering Charm.
After the hall was noisy for about ten minutes, Chairman Picqueri finally came to his senses.
After shouting for silence several times, the hall finally returned to quiet.
"Given the significant discrepancies in the witness testimonies, this court has reason to suspect that the witnesses' memories may have been altered… Therefore, I believe it is necessary to examine the witnesses' memories to see if they have been changed!"
After saying this, Chairman Picqueli looked around, seeking the opinions of everyone.
In fact, Chairman Picqueli's suggestion was very reasonable.
The witnesses' testimonies had surprised everyone; subjectively speaking, they completely contradicted everyone's understanding of Grindelwald.
Therefore, examining whether the memories had been altered was very necessary!
"Does anyone have any objections?"
Chairman Picqueli asked.
Everyone shook their heads, indicating that they had no objections.
"I agree!"
Surprisingly, it was Grindelwald himself who said this!
Meeting Chairman Piqueli's doubtful gaze, he smiled and said, "If the witnesses' testimonies are questioned, these fabricated charges against me will remain firmly attached to me.
Even if today's public trial finds me innocent, it will still cause controversy.
Therefore, the more rigorous the better! I believe the Grand Court will ultimately clear my name."
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