Entering the Courthouse, the Templar-Commander next to Anders unsheathed his axe, outraged that someone was attempting to help the presumed demon.

"This... IS an outrage! I thought I specifically told you damn guards not to let him gain substance! And, you, Witch! This demon should be allowed to suffer... he was already suffering all day and night in the flames of hell, Hunger.. is the least of his worries!" The Templar-Commander was about to swing his axe and decapitate, in his words, a fool, but Anders stopped him at the last second. 

"It wouldn't be wise for you to kill the daughter of the king, old friend. Even your god would not save you from the wrath of the people. I have already tested their faith by letting you stay here. Do not betray my trust." The Templar-Commander opened his mouth in protest, but decided against doing so. He put away his mighty axe and calmed himself again. "I will go outside. My men will ensure that nothing shady will occur. Anyone will think twice when they see an entire Templar regiment outside the courthouse."

The civilian judge looked up in sheer intimidation, as Anders stood at 6'4, and he towered above most living beings. His armor and the massive sword on his back did not offer much comfort either. "Can I help you Praetorian?"

Anders crossed his arms and explained the situation. "Law dictates that a Praetorian may act as a judge in matters pertaining to the military. My commanders have deemed this trial a military issue. Stand aside. I will preside as judge today." 

The civilian judge hesitantly walked away, cursing something about unfair practices. Anders decided he would forget those words just for today. He turned to offer the daughter of the king some advice.

"You may be royalty princess, but the Templar-Commander has considerable power. Opposing him would be brave.. but very foolish. I would find it... wise.. if you simply stay out of these matters, or simply observe. As you are only second to the king and queen, I cannot order you to do so. But I strongly advise it."

Anders walked up to the judge's table, and his voice resounded throughout the courthouse. "the trial will commence immediately in five minutes. For now, we shall wait."