Rain's P.O.V. They rushed my criminal court hearing so that I could go to the council trial sooner. The lawyer Nate got for me was great! He had so much evidence and many statements from police reports and past cases proving Stefan had kidnapped others before. He showed proof of Charle' injuries and how they were sustained by Stefan. He told them I was only defending myself and my mate. He had to explain the importance of a mate to the judge as he was human. The judge looked over everything and since the people agreed, it was ruled as self defense. I was let go that afternoon into the custody of the council. I went from one jail cell to another. I at least got to eat something before the council took me. I thanked my lawyer and asked him to thank Nate for me. I hadn't heard from h