Escalate

Another day of the trial dawned, and Asmo finally revealed his defense strategy. The other Archdemons, Baal and Belphegor, took the stand, facing intense cross-examination from the prosecution team of Ariel, Jophiel, and Chamuel.

The next day, the courtroom was abuzz with surprise witnesses. John the Baptist testified against Belzebub, who had orchestrated his death. Job took the stand, recounting how Lucifer had asked God to permit him to tempt Job.

Then, it was Belzebub's turn to testify. But as soon as he opened his mouth, a stream of profanities poured out. The divine censor in the courtroom kicked in, replacing his words with loud beeps. Ironically, the beeps formed a catchy beat.

Asmo rushed to apologize for his client's language, but then his eyes sparkled with mischief. He began to rap over the beeps, his words flowing effortlessly with the rhythm. The jury couldn't help but be entertained, nodding their heads to the beat.

But Judge Michael's patience wore thin. "Silence in th