"My Lord, it was impossible to verify the virginity of the victim given their background and the intensity of the claim." The Constable explained himself directly.
He didn't dare to make excuses or beat around the bush, because he knew he was fucked either way, whether she was still a virgin or not. Instead of digging a bigger hole for himself, he might as well appeal to conscience of the authorities.
The crowd who listened in nodded with the Constable, feeling pity for the man. He wasn't much of a corrupt fella, so there was no overt hate towards him and his force.
Even the Head Judge's stern expression softened. "Hm, understandable. Whatever the case, you have my backing now. Call one of your female medical officers to check immediately."
The Constable bowed and hurried away, while the sobbing lass still covered her face as she leaned into her mother, though she was busy thinking what to do now.
