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The defense attorney tried a different approach. "Dr. Luke, nothing about these injuries indicates this was planned in advance, correct?" he asked.

"The injuries themselves don't indicate premeditation, no," Dr. Luke admitted. "But they also don't rule it out."

"No further questions," the defense attorney said, looking slightly frustrated.

Dr. Luke stepped down, the judge looked at the prosecution. "Your Honor," the lead prosecutor said. "At this time, the State would like to present video evidence."

The courtroom went completely silent. "Proceed," the judge said, the bailiff dimmed the lights and a large screen lowered from the ceiling.

Julian's entire body tensed beside me. "This footage was recovered from...