Chapter 1686
this case.”
The senior judge on the panel smiled warmly and said, “Attorney Lewis, your defense was exceptional. Your understanding and application of legal principles left a lasting impression. Your arguments were clear, your logic airtight, and you provided a fresh perspective on Other judges nodded in agreement, offering Jamie high praise for her performance.
As the competition concluded, Jamie stepped off the stage to the sound of applause from the audience. Her confidence had carried her through, but the moment was disrupted by an unexpected outburst.
Attorney Gray, the female lawyer she had just defeated, clenched her fists and blurted, “This is unfair!”
Her microphone was still live, and her voice echoed throughout the venue, silencing the room.
“This case was obviously easier for you to argue,” Attorney Gray continued. “You have connections-this is favoritism! Why hasn’t the competition been stopped despite all the online rumors?”
The remark caused a ripple of murmurs among the crowd. Jamie paused mid-step, turned back to face her, and maintained a calm yet resolute demeanor.
“Attorney Gray,” Jamie began, her voice steady and commanding, “it seems you may not fully understand the situation. I haven’t relied on any favoritism. Every step of my participation was rigorously reviewed and approved by the committee. As for the online speculation, I trust that skill and merit will ultimately define me, not baseless accusations.”
Attorney Gray’s expression faltered, but she pressed on. “Yet, you’ve clearly benefited from your connection to Mr. Lucas. Isn’t that still favoritism?”
Jamie allowed herself a small smile. “Mr. Lucas is indeed one of the sponsors, and as such, he was allotted an additional entry slot, as outlined in the competition rules. This was a decision made by the committee, not me. If that’s considered favoritism, then anyone receiving sponsorship support should face the same criticism.”
The audience exchanged glances, their whispered conversations revealing a mix of agreement and contemplation.
“Moreover,” Jamie continued, her gaze unwavering, “my performance has been judged by the panel and witnessed by the audience. If my efforts weren’t convincing, I wouldn’t have advanced. I stand by my work, not by hearsay.”
Attorney Gray, clearly rattled, bit her lip in frustration. At that moment a senior attorney stepped in, gently pulling her aside. “Enough. Don’t embarrass yourself further,” he murmured.
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Jamie maintained her composure, flashing a confident smile before waving goodbye to the crowd and leaving the venue.
With this victory, she advanced to the semifinals and immediately dove back into preparation for the next challenge.
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While Jamie prepared for her next competition, Ben wasn’t idle.
Deeply in love with Jamie, he felt an
overwhelming urge to give her everything he had. He wanted to shower her with care, love her completely, and, most importantly, make up for all the sacrifices she had made for others. These days,
his world revolved around just two places: work and home.
He had even sought advice from Nash, which, unsurprisingly, became the subject of endless teasing, especially from Caleb.
“A fever and a tiny scrape, and you
were ready to turn your house into a hospital. Now you’re asking for advice? What’s next-trying to be old
man Nash 2.0?” Caleb quipped.
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“When did Nash become ‘old man Nash’?” Hunter asked with a laugh, clearly amused by the nickname.
With a mockingly exasperated sigh, Caleb shot back, “He’s a father of two now. Doesn’t that automatically qualify him as an ‘old man’?”
But Ben wasn’t there to indulge their banter. He had a purpose: to get Nash’s advice.
“Alright, that’s enough,” Ben cut in, his tone firm. “I’m serious here. Nash, I need your input. Lately, I feel like I’m completely out of my depth.”
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