“How about you two? Everything alrighttely?”

“With Libra & Associates‘ security system, there’s really nothing ito /iworry about. The wholeplex is covered, so as long as we stay inside, we’re perfectly safe. Even if we do have to step out, someone’s always shadowing us.”

As he spoke, Calvert nced toward the car that had brought them here.

That was exactly why they took on cases otherw firms wouldn’t touch. Most businesses might fear retaliation, but at Libra & Associates, as long as theirwyers upheld their own sense of justice, that was all that mattered.

“Let’s set that aside for now. It’s almost time–we should head in,” Ethan said, ncing at his watch. He looked a little on edge.

“Sure.” Eddie looked over at Ethan, a faint smile lifting his lips.

“You don’t have to be so nervous. I trust Lessie’s and Calvert’s judgment–and I believe in your abilities. I’ve read up on every case you’ve handled. You’ve got this.”

Ethan gave a small, tense smile and nodded.

With nothing more to say, the three of them strode inside.

Soon after, a man was led in by a pair of officers. His eyes locked on Eddie the moment he entered, cold and venomous. Eddie didn’t flinch–instead, he offered a calm, almost gentle smile in return.

The gavel came down, and the trial began in earnest.

By the time it ended, the defendant had lost allposure. Gone was the calm arrogance from before; now he hurled curses at Eddie, only to be dragged away by the police.

“You did well today. Write up a summary when you get home–see if there’s anything we missed,” Calvert said, pping Ethan on the shoulder, clearly pleased.

“Will do. Are you heading back now?i” /i

“That’s right. These old bones can’t take another sleepless night.”

“Then take care on your way home,” Ethan offered, ready to walk him out, but Calvert waved him off and left on his own, leaving Ethan and Eddie standing together.,

Mr. Chase-”

09:33

“Just call me Eddie,” Eddie replied, still wearing that gentle expression–the same one he’d kept even when facing down the defendant’s insults.

“You really impressed me today. Outdid yourself, honestly.”

“That’s all thanks to you. You gathered so much evidence–it made our case stronger, and things moved a lot faster.”

Eddie’s gaze dropped. “I’ve waited for this day a long time.”

He should have died that day. But since he hadn’t, it meant the ione /iwho deserved ito /ipay wasn’t him.

Ethan caught the flicker of darkness in Eddie’s eyes and was about to ask something when Eddie quickly masked his emotions.

“Let’s get going. The verdict today was great, but we’re not at the finish line yet. You should still watch your back–don’t go out alone, and stay away from isted ces. The Chase family’s got deep roots. Even with him locked up, the danger isn’t gone.”

“I know. You be careful too. And… thank you for everything you’ve done for my brother.”

“No need to thank me. This is why I got into this business–to help kids who need

it.”

“There’s a lot of gossip flying aroundtely. But we know we’re in the right, so let them talk,” Ethan said tactfully. Eddie understood his meaning at once.

After all, he was a Chase too. People were bound to judge.

“Don’t worry. If I had the guts to go public with the evidence, I’m more than ready to face whateveres next.”

They talked quietly as they made their way out, only to be blindsided the moment they pushed open the doors–a swarm of reporters immediately closed in around them.