Female Novel
Chapter 883
It’s a quirk of Mr. Lopez that Kevin couldn't quite fathom, yet he knew better than to question it.
"Sure thing, Mr. Lopez."
Leaving the office, Kevin hopped into his car and headed straight for the used car lot.
As a seasoned executive assistant, he had a knack for picking up on Mr. Lopez’s subtleties—theemphasis was on "second-hand." The car couldn’t be too new, otherwise, Mr. Lopez would've justasked for a brand-spanking-new one. But it couldn't be a clunker either; Mr. Lopez was used tocruising in luxury and wouldn't settle for less.
"Hey there, can this baby be customized?" Kevin asked the used car dealer.
"Absolutely! What's your vision?" The dealer was literally laughing to his ears as he heard that. "Aslong as the price is right, we can make it happen!"
Kevin nodded, considering, "Fit it out like a Maybach on the inside, would you? And make it snappy.Money's no object."
The dealer was speechless,
If Kevin hadn't slapped down a 20-grand deposit on the spot, the dealer might have punched hisface.
...
Dorothy arrived at the Eldorria City Courthouse precisely on time that afternoon. Stepping out of thecab, she spotted Ephraim and his legal team approaching.
"Ms. Sanchez, the day has finally come! Rest assured, we're pulling out all the stops."
She gave a small smile, "I trust you guys."
"We've gone over this case with a fine-tooth comb, and we've got a decent shot at a full victory. Atthe very least, Heather won't escape the harshest sentence. As the victim, you'll make a powerfulstatement in court, and we've also filed for civil damages—whatever happens, we're winningsomething."
Dorothy just nodded along, oddly detached as if she weren't personally involved.
Ephraim, with years under his belt, had seen all sorts of clients and wasn't fazed by Dorothy'sdemeanor.
"And if we're not satisfied with the verdict, we can always appeal to the State Court. The appeal iswhere it's really at."
"Ephraim, I don't plan on appealing," Dorothy interjected, pausing, "Whatever the outcome, I won'tappeal."
Ephraim was taken aback. "Why not? Don't be scared, if we appeal, our West Legal Services willhandle everything. It won't be any trouble for you—"
"I've made up my mind, let's see how the trial goes."
...
Ephraim initially thought Dorothy was a gentle soul, but working with her proved she was stubbornand resolute. She trusted West Legal Services completely in professional matters but wasimmovable on decisions she could make herself. She never sought counsel for personal decisions,like whether to appeal after the first trial. She simply made her mind up and dismissed any adviceoffered.
After passing through security, they entered the courtroom together.
As Dorothy settled in, her gaze fixed on the "Defendant" placard across the room.novelbin
Mom, can you see this? I've finally made it here and brought them all to justice. She said to herself.
For a moment, her composure began to crumble, and a sourness pricked at her eyes.
But Dorothy didn't cry. She felt she should be happy!
Soon, the judge entered the courtroom with a solemn and dignified air.
Clearing his throat, he sat down and announced, "Bring in the defendant."