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JUDGE
We are now ready to reconvene. Please take your seats. (The jury mem-
bers sit.)
Now, we’ve heard your statements. You’ve provided your evidence. Ladies
and gentlemen of the jury, what is your verdict?
(A jury member dressed in grey stands.)
JURY MEMBER
Your honor, the jury is unable to come to a decision.
JUDGE
I expected as much. I think the only thing we can agree on is that none of
this makes any sense. And so I must
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JUDGE (cont’d)
declare this a mistrial. It seems that Pale Fire will always be a mystery to
us all.
(The judge bangs his gavel.) Court dismissed.
BLACKOUT. END PLAY.
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