Megan’s case involved a complicated equity dispute.
It was a tough one–messy details, incomplete evidence, and a high risk of losing in court. For someone like Charlotte, who had only been practicing for just over three years, this case was no doubt a hard nut to crack.
On the surface, Megan came to her to delegate the case. But in reality, she was here to stir the pot.
If Charlotte turned the case down, Megan could openly question her professional capabilities. But if Charlotte took it and lost? That would only further prove she wasn’t good enough and couldn’t measure up.
At least for now, Megan was undeniably more successful in her career.
After they finished going over the basics, Charlotte had a general sense of the case. She reviewed the materials Megan had sent over and formed a rough strategy in her mind.
With a calm expression, she asked, “So you’re specifically requesting that I handle the case myself?”
Megan smiled. “That’s right. I trust you, Miss Riley.”
“All our attorneys here are excellent,” Charlotte replied evenly. “Their skills speak for themselves. But since you asked for me by name, I’ll take it.”
Megan was a little surprised Charlotte agreed so quickly.
“Does she even realize how complicated this case is or how high the risk of losing might be?” she wondered.
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“Miss Biley, that was fast. Don’t you want to think about it a little more?”
Charlotte gave a small smile. “The evidence is incomplete, and the case is complex. Miss Stone, I’m sure you’re aware this case has a high risk of failure, right?”
“I know.”
“There’s no such thing as a guaranteed win in court,” Charlotte said calmly. “Every case comes with some risk. This one might be a tough one, but I haven’t handled something this challenging in a long time. I want to take it on.”
A spark lit up in Charlotte’s eyes. Her tone was steady and confident. “I like cases that push me. If I can pull this off, it’ll help build my name. So for me, it’s both a challenge and an opportunity I’m willing to give it a shot.”
Megan was momentarily stunned.
In Charlotte’s eyes, she saw courage, confidence, and a quiet, determined strength.
Before coming here, she had assumed Charlotte was just a pretty face who relied entirely on her family’s connections.
But now she realized Charlotte had grit and wasn’t someone who shied away from a challenge.
“Alright then,” Megan said, her impression of Charlotte shifting. “Let’s sign the agreement
“Sounds good.”
After taking Megan’s case, Charlotte pushed herself even harder, even working through weekends without complaint.
Once she left the firm, Megan headed straight to Sean’s private villa.
She rang the doorbell at the gate, and a man in his fifties came to answer.
“Miss Stone.” The man had a lean build and a kind face. “How can help you?”
Megan smiled politely. “Mr. Long, I’m here to see Sean. We scheduled a meeting to talk about a potential collaboration.”
~~‘s attitude was warm and respectful. “Please wait a moment. I’ll let him know.”
Megan nodded with a smile. “Thank you, I appreciate it.”
A few minutes later, Mr. Long returned.
“Miss Stone, the madam said to let you in,” he said, opening the gate and gesturing for her to come inside.
“Madam?” Megan frowned slightly.
Once inside, as she stepped into the living room on the first floor, she spotted Lilian and realized, “Oh, that’s who he meant.”
For a moment, she had been startled, thinking he was referring to Sean’s wife.
Megan walked over with a warm smile. “Hi, Mrs. Jasper.”
“You’re here, Megan. Have a seat,” Lilian said politely. Her tone wasn’t particularly warm, but it was civil.
Megan sat down next to her, and a housekeeper brought over tea.
She glanced around the room but didn’t see Sean.
Lilian took a sip of her tea, then said mildly, “Sean’s upstairs in the study, having a meeting. He’ll be down soon.”
