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The accused servant felt an unprecedented shock and anger in an instant, almost instinctively retorting, "You... what the hell are you talking about, Tom?" Before he could finish, he suddenly noticed Mario's urgent and threatening gaze locked on him. Those penetrating eyes seemed to see through his heart, causing his anger and retort to freeze in his throat, with nowhere to vent, so he had to silently swallow it back.
At the same time, Tom's reaction was completely different. His eyes avoided, not daring to look at the accused servant. At this moment, Tom was filled with complex emotions - guilt, panic, and even a hint of self-protective indifference. He knew that his choice just now might have irreparable consequences for another servant, but in the face of life and death, he chose self-preservation. This choice filled his heart with conflict and struggle, but under Mario's pressure, he could only choose silence.
Mario's voice carried a hint of sarcasm, as if he was enjoying this power game. He leisurely said, "Oh... do you have anything to defend yourself with?" This sentence seemed to give the accused servant a glimmer of hope, but also felt like the sword of Damocles hanging over his head.
The servant was so nervous that he almost trembled as he replied, his voice filled with fear and helplessness, "M...my lord, I did indeed clean in zone A yesterday, but I... I only took a break and went to the restroom to smoke. I absolutely did not commit murder!" Every word in his speech was trying to express his innocence, attempting to prove that he couldn't possibly be the killer. His eyes were filled with pleading, hoping to move Mario and free himself from this unjust accusation.
The servant's frightened and physically and mentally exhausted appearance made everyone present feel the tremendous pressure he was under. In the Mushroom Kingdom, a world where the strong prey on the weak, innocent people can become victims once they are caught in the whirlpool of power. The servant's defense was not only a insistence on his own innocence, but also a silent protest against this cruel world.
However, in the face of Mario's judgmental gaze, the servant's every defense seemed so insignificant. This struggle between truth and power was a battle he had no chance of winning. In Mario's kingdom, truth is often not the ultimate standard of judgment; rather, the game rules of power determine everything.
Mario raised one eyebrow, seemingly dissatisfied with the servant's response. He sneered, "Oh... do you have a witness to prove your innocence? Is there anyone who can attest to you smoking in the bathroom?" These words seemed to be a final blow to the servant's last hope. Mario's speech was full of challenge and doubt, leaving a hint of despair.
A hint of pain flashed in the servant's eyes, filled with struggle and helplessness. Then, in a panic, he replied, "N-no, but sir, if you just give me time, I can..." His voice was filled with urgency and pleading, as if trying to grasp at the last straw of hope to prove his innocence.
However, Mario seemed to pay no attention to the servant's panic and pleading. He gently placed a finger on the servant's mouth, signaling him to be quiet. This simple gesture carried an immense authority, causing all of the servant's defenses and excuses to freeze in that moment. Mario's silent command not only directly silenced the servant, but also revealed the depth of his despair.
At this critical moment, the servant realized that he truly had no way out. He could only rely on his own defense and Mario's judgment. However, in Mario's world, evidence and truth often mattered less than the rules of power games. The servant's fate thus hung in the balance at Mario's fingertips.
Mario's gaze moved away from the servant and turned to Toad, who had been crouching by the wall the whole time. He said coldly, "Hey! Do you have the attendance records of the servants? Show them to me!" This command seemed to brook no refusal.
Upon hearing Mario's words, Toad immediately took out a small notebook from the shabby vest he was wearing. His movements were swift and cautious, showing his respect and fear towards Mario. He handed the small notebook to Mario with great deference. The notebook was densely filled with records of the attendance of the servants, detailing their work status, the areas they were responsible for cleaning, as well as their rest and departure times. This meticulous record-keeping was meant to ensure the proper progress of work and to truly monitor the movements of each person.
This attendance record book is like a key to uncovering the truth for Mario. With it, he can further confirm or eliminate certain people's suspicions. Toad's custody of this record also demonstrates his special status and responsibilities in the Mushroom Kingdom. He is not just a servant, but also plays an important role in managing other servants under Mario.
When Mario took over this record book and began to carefully examine the records on each page, the whole scene fell into a tense silence. Every servant's heart was filled with anxiety and anticipation. They didn't know who the record would ultimately incriminate, nor were they sure if this investigation would reveal the truth or be shrouded in more mysteries. At this critical moment, every detail could be the key to determining the outcome, and Mario's judgment will change everyone's fate.
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