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(THUNDERCLAP)

♪ Out of the night when the full moon is bright

♪ Comes a horseman known as Zorro

♪ This bold renegade carves a "Z" with his blade

♪ A "Z" that stands for Zorro

♪ Zorro!

♪ The Fox so cunning and free

♪ Zorro!

♪ Who makes the sign of the "Z"!

♪ Zorro, Zorro, Zorro

♪ Zorro, Zorro ♪

Stupid! Can't you even catch a chicken?

(ALEJANDRO LAUGHS)

Visit as long as you like, Don Diego.

It is surprising to find you in good spirits.

Why not? Monastario could not have treated us better.

The doctor has made me almost well again.

We are served the finest foods.

That chicken is to be our supper,

and I had a nice visit with Nacho!

And my wife and daughter have been released

with the explanation from the Capitan

that they were merely held as hostages until my return.

I will join them after the trial.

I'm worried about that trial.

You know what justice to expect from Monastario!

You have no cause for worry, my son.

Diego, when I surrendered to the governor, I told the truth.

He sent me back here under orders to Monastario

I was to be tried on the 14th, tomorrow.

I know. ALEJANDRO: Ah.

What you do not know is the chief magistrate of Monterey,

Judge Vasca, will arrive to preside at the trial.

An honest and respectable gentleman.

The personal envoy of the governor.

With him presiding, those false charges will melt away.

It would not surprise me, given the trial result,

if Monastario found himself in official disfavor!

MONASTARIO: Immediately!

Si, Capitan!

Here.

For a man facing official disfavor,

Monastario does not appear too uneasy!

(LAUGHS) Ah.

Do we dare do it?

The governor himself gave the order!

There were two communications.

One, an order to try Torres and his conspirators on the 14th,

the other, a notice that Judge Vasca would arrive on the 14th.

And to cooperate with him fully.

He must preside at trial if he is in the area.

Exactly, but he won't be in the area.

By the time he arrives, the trial will be over,

and the bodies of Torres and de la Vega

will be evidence that justice has been done!

Will Sergeant Garcia be a party to that?

He knows nothing. You heard what I told him.

That we need more time to prepare for Judge Vasca,

and to delay him till noon tomorrow.

Won't he put together the trial and delaying the judge?

Garcia could not put together pieces of bread for a sandwich!

Well, Sergeant, off in pursuit of Zorro again, eh?

Not this time.

I'm going to San Fernando to bring Judge Vasca back for the trial.

You play your part well, Bernardo. Even I can't catch you!

Sergeant Garcia is under orders to escort Judge Vasca here.

Capitan Monastario insists on a fair trial.

I do not believe it either! But I agree with him.

Judge Vasca does need an escort!

(GUITAR PLAYS SOFTLY)

Buenas noches. MAN: Buenas noches.

Has Judge Vasca arrived?

Not yet, but he is expected.

You've been selected to perform a service.

Oh, no, Sergeant, please.

My tavern is yours! Tell them we're closing.

A reception is being prepared for Judge Vasca,

it is necessary to delay him until morning.

I cannot keep him here if he does not wish to stay.

Judge Vasca is noted for his appetite.

You will prepare a banquet better than any served before!

Welcome, Judge Vasca!

Welcome to the northern boundaries of Los Angeles!

Thank you, but I thought this was San Fernando.

It is, but it is practically the same thing.

I am Sergeant Demetrio Lopez Garcia at your service.

Capitan Monastario has assigned me to make pleasant

your journey to Los Angeles.

VASCA: Splendid.

The horses will be changed by the time you have rested.

I do not intend to rest. I have a trial in the morning.

Surely you will take some refreshment?

No, thank you. I shall dine in Los Angeles.

But this is the Tavern of the Golden Goose, renowned for its food!

Well, really? Tell me, do you eat here, Sergeant?

Whenever possible!

Perhaps just a bite.

Notify me immediately when the horses are ready.

Certainly, this way, please.

This way, Excellency. Especially reserved for you!

Your cloak. A gentle brushing to remove the dust.

It is unnecessary. Thank you. I do not intend to stay long.

Rose water to wash your hands.

Thank you, my dear.

Gracias! Aqui lo tiene.

It seems they intend to keep him here all night.

Harness the horses to the carriage and bring it here.

I will enter by that balcony. Join me there.

(GUITAR PLAYS SOFTLY)

Well, Sergeant, now I can proceed to Los Angeles satisfied!

There is nothing like a broil fowl to whet the appetite!

Are you ready for the rest?

There is more?

That is only the beginning!

Sergeant Garcia is the greatest eater in all of California!

I've no doubt he's the local champion, but not all California!

(HORSE WHINNIES)

Something is disturbing the horses.

It's nothing. Let's go inside and have a drink to the sergeant.

Is the carriage ready to go? Good.

It has developed into an eating contest between Vasca and Garcia!

For the sake of my father and Nacho Torres, let's hope the judge wins!

Aren't you going to eat it, Sergeant?

Oh! I hadn't realized it was so late.

Oh, dessert!

Doesn't it look good, Sergeant?

Now, just as soon as we have finished this,

we must be on our way.

Excuse me!

What a beautiful stomach! I have met my match.

I can delay him no longer.

The Comandante's reception will be ruined and so will I!

What can I do?

Sometimes, I give boisterous guests a small sleeping potion.

Does it work? One sip and poof!

Like a baby for hours!

Where is it?

A cup for the journey, Excellency!

I think not.

Only a little cordial to aid the digestion.

My digestion is excellent. You drink it.

Surely a toast to the King?

The King.

BOTH: The King!

This is extremely good, Sergeant!

Salud! Salud!

On to Los Angeles!

You have a room where we can take him?

Right upstairs.

Bring the lantern!

Romero, help us! Si.

Sergeant, where are you?

Here, on the way to your carriage!

Look lively with those horses!

All ready, sir!

ROMERO: All aboard! VASCA: What is this?

Nothing. Don't you remember all the stairs we came down to get into here?

Did we?

(MEN GRUNTING)

Push! I'm pulling!

Well, pull, then!

In there. My best room.

Well, this way to the carriage, Your Excellency!

Here we are, Excellency, just a few steps more!

In you go. Up onto the bed...

Carriage, I mean!

We raised the cushions so you could rest more comfortably.

Sergeant, the point is well taken.

Driver! What are we waiting for?

I will talk to the driver immediately.

(WHINNIES LIKE A HORSE)

Drive on!

(HOLLERS)

(SNORING)

Close the curtains.

(VASCA STIRS)

The hazards of war, my friend!

Judge! Judge, wake up!

(MUMBLES)

They must have given him something.

We've got to get him out of here.

Out the window? No. We would need a block and tackle for that.

Wait! I shall get Sergeant Garcia to help us!

Do you want us to go outside again?

Never mind. It will be a long night.

Enjoy yourselves!

When the judge wakes up and learns of the celebration,

he will forgive me, I hope!

Sergeant Garcia!

It is not possible after two powders!

One drink and poof, eh?

Sergeant Garcia, come up here!

Coming, Excellency!

Maybe he talks in his sleep. Give me another powder.

Another one? Better make it two!

I called. Sergeant Garcia is coming. Get under the bed.

Very well, behind the drapes.

Here we are, Excellency, one for the road!

You may turn around now, Sergeant.

Zorro! Good evening, Sergeant.

What is that you have there? Only a nightcap for the judge.

He has had quite enough. You drink it.

No!

Is there something wrong with it?

Not at all, Senor Zorro.

Then drink it!

To the King?

To the King.

All of it!

You see? Like I told you, Senor Zorro, noth...

Come on, have a drink with me! What's your name?

Maria! Maria, what a beautiful name!

You men from Los Angeles are all alike!

There, you're really beginning to look like him!

Well, at least he's walking!

Take him downstairs and out the front door.

Do not worry. It will be all right.

(GUITAR PLAYS SOFTLY)

(PEOPLE CHATTERING)

Can I help you, Sergeant? Sergeant?

Attention!

(WOMEN GASP)

(WOMEN SHOUTING)

Carry on, Sergeant!

(GUITAR STILL PLAYS)

Calm yourself, my pretty wildcat. We meant no harm!

But you are so rough!

Sorry. Forgive me.

CORPORAL: Huh? Come on.

Attention!

(WOMEN SCREAMING)

To the King!

No more coffee. I am awake!

Zorro has kidnapped Judge Vasca! Follow me!

The horses are gone! Where were you guards?

You said we could go inside!

Never mind what I said.

Get the horses! After them!

Ooh!

Take the San Juan Capistrano road!

Cut back to the Los Angeles road.

The tracks go that way.

Zorro is taking the judge to San Juan Capistrano!

Why does the trial begin so early?

Capitan Monastario's orders.

But Judge Vasca is not here yet!

Please. It is not permitted to talk to the prisoners!

Insolente.

(CROWD MURMURING)

The prisoners have arrived. It is time to begin.

Be as brief as possible.

Silence!

Stand up for Judge Pina.

The Licenciado is not a judge!

Order!

In the absence of Judge Vasca, let the records show that

Magistrate Pina presided in the case of the crown

versus Torres and de la Vega. The charge is treason.

I protest this action. You cannot begin until Judge Vasca arrives!

Let the record state that should Judge Vasca arrive at any time,

I will permit him to take my place.

Proceed with the evidence.

As Comandante del pueblo de Los Angeles,

I accuse Ignacio Torres of high treason,

and Alejandro de la Vega of conspiracy against the crown.

With the aid of de la Vega, he escaped capture.

That is irrefutable evidence. In the name of His Majesty the King,

I demand the death penalty for these traitors!

(CROWD CHATTERS)

(GAVEL TAPS)

Order! Let there be quiet!

Have the prisoners anything to say in their defense?

What good would it do? This is not a courtroom.

This is an execution chamber!

(CROWD ROARS)

Order! Order! Quiet!

There being no further evidence, I will consider a verdict.

This is the sword of Senorita Justice pointed at your back.

She awaits your verdict!

Well, what is your verdict?

(STAMMERS) The verdict is...

The verdict is...

Not guilty.

(CROWD MURMURS)

What did you say?

Not guilty.

(CHEERING)

Oh, what is this? Where am I?

You cannot go in there. There's a trial going on.

Oh, can't I? I am the judge!

The trial is not over! Take your seats! Silence!

Order in the court!

Judge Vasca!

Pardon, Your Honor, Capitan Monastario at your service!

We already had the trial, the verdict has been rendered.

Ah, what was the verdict?

Why, "not guilty," of course!

I pride myself on the justice dispensed under my command!

(WHEEZING) Your pardon!

Something terrible has happened!

Zorro has kidnapped Judge Vasca!

Ooh!

(GASPING)

Aren't you out of uniform, Sergeant?

Diego, Diego! We were acquitted!

You were?

(ALL LAUGHING)

NARRATOR: Next week, suspense and action set a fast-moving pace.

Watch the sinister Monastario use Garcia as bait

for his bigger surprise, to unmask the elusive Zorro.

Has the daring Zorro finally met his match?

Be with us next week, for the exciting action filled answer,

when the Walt Disney Studio brings you Zorro.