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Dennis joked, "Fine, fine. Your temper is the best in our family."He was clearly being sarcastic.Iris smiled.Cassie glared at her husband playfully, prompting Dennis to serve her some food to keep her quiet.The dining table quickly fell silent. After a moment, Cassie asked, "Where's your boyfriend? Why didn't he come with you?"Iris' hand that was holding the fork stiffened momentarily, but she masked her emotions. "I plan to stay overnight, so why would I bring him here?"Cassie thought for a moment and nodded in agreement. She served Iris some food. "You rarely have dinner with us, so eat more."Iris responded, "You should eat more too. Both of you."The atmosphere at the dining table visibly improved. Although the house was small and there were only three people in it, it felt cozy.After dinner, Iris washed the dishes while the elderly couple retired to their room early.When she was done with the dishes, Iris went into her room and lay down. She felt a bit awkward; s
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Iris did not expect Liandra to bring up a topic that was so helpful to the case right away."Can I record this?" she asked.Liandra nodded softly.Iris retrieved a recording pen from her bag.Liandra continued, speaking despite her dry lips, "She wants all their marital assets. She never considered my feelings or how my life would be affected. In her eyes, all that matters is money."Her voice was low and hoarse, filled with profound despair and sorrow."She has never shown any concern for me, nor even a hint of love. Mother? I've never had a mother in my life."Iris listened in silence.Liandra released her pent-up frustration and dissatisfaction. "People say that mothers are the most unselfish people in the world, but I've never felt a hint of warmth from my mother. My entire life, I've never been loved..."She didn't cry; she simply narrated her experiences with a numb expression.Iris' gaze fell on Liandra's right wrist, which was unbandaged.Liandra had attempted suicid
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However, when the prosecutor suggested that Liandra's suicide was due to the defendant's assault, Iris immediately protested. She knew this was not the case and presented evidence: the property sales contract of Liandra's first house, the purchase contract for the second house, and details about the difficulties she faced at work. These factors were the real cause behind Liandra's tragic decision to end her life. Ultimately, it was the indifference of those closest to her despite knowing what was done to her and the harm they caused her that made her feel life was meaningless, driving her to attempt suicide.After noticing the scars on Liandra's wrists, Iris had consulted with her primary doctor. The doctor revealed that the oldest scar on Liandra's right wrist was from three years ago. Aside from the recent life-threatening wound on her left wrist, there were several other scars on both wrists. She had attempted suicide a total of nine times.The prosecutor protested, "That doesn'
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He thought he had gotten lucky and expressed his gratitude to Iris. "If her suicide wasn't because of me, will my sentence be lighter?" he inquired.Iris replied, "The judge will consider that at his discretion."While this factor may reduce his sentence somewhat, it wouldn't be that much. After all, what he did was deplorable. He molested Liandra multiple times when she was still a minor.Calling him a scumbag was too generous for him; he wasn't even worthy of being called human.Brad approached and pulled Iris aside. Before the presiding judge read the verdict, there was a half-hour break for the jury. Brad was present in court and had heard everything. "I can't agree with your actions," he told Iris. In his view, the old scumbag was the primary reason for Liandra's suicide. Despite Iris' strong evidence, he still hoped the old scumbag would be imprisoned for life, allowing him to repent for his sins.Iris took a sip of water and chose not to elaborate, as she had another
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Glaring coldly at her daughter, Rinkah spat, "You should have just died."With a derisive snort, she stormed out. Liandra almost lost her balance, but Iris quickly steadied her. "Brad, hurry, go start the car," she instructed. Brad put away the phone and rushed ahead to start the car.Iris helped Liandra into the car."Go to the hospital," she said. Brad nodded. He glanced at Iris through the rearview mirror before he drove off.At the hospital, Iris asked Brad to buy some food for Liandra. However, Liandra didn't eat anything. She simply lay silently in bed.Iris stayed by her side.As evening approached, Liandra said, "You should go home."Iris had already given Liandra her phone number. She said reassuringly, "If you need anything, call me."Liandra didn't reply, but Iris knew she had heard. Tucking her in gently, Iris said, "I'll see you tomorrow."Liandra murmured a soft acknowledgment.Iris left the ward, gently closing the door behind her.Brad, who had been wai
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Brad stubbornly argued, "You said 'most'. That means there are still a small number of people who enjoy curry in the summer. If both of us happen to dislike it in summer, of course it counts as a common interest." Iris chuckled, "Alright, if you insist on thinking that way, then so be it." She chose not to argue further as it was a trivial matter."I'm going to take a nap; wake me when we arrive," Iris said. Brad nodded, "Okay." He was aware that Iris had been getting very little sleep lately due to the case. As he glanced at her, he saw her resting against the car window with her eyes closed, looking fatigued. Out of consideration, he drove slower, a rare move for someone who usually enjoyed speeding and racing.When they reached the restaurant, Iris was still asleep. Not wanting to disturb her, Brad parked the car and pulled out his phone to play games while waiting. After about forty minutes, Iris slowly woke up. Squinting as she looked around, she asked, "Have we arrived?
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Brad urged, "Hurry up and eat."Iris was speechless. How could the two of them finish so much food?She looked at Brad, wondering if he was throwing a tantrum.Brad was already eating. Noticing that Iris hadn't picked up her cutlery, Brad asked, "Aren't you hungry?"Seeing him eat so quickly, Iris realized he must be quite hungry. "I am," she replied, finally picking up her cutlery and starting to eat.After the meal, Brad drove her home. He dropped her off at the gate of her apartment complex."You live here?" he asked."Yes, but I'll be moving soon," Iris replied."Why? This place is very close to the law firm, so it's very convenient. Why would you move?" he inquired."I only rented an apartment here because my house is under renovation. My house is ready now, so I'm ready to move out," Iris explained."When are you moving? Let me know; I'll help you," Brad offered.Iris smiled. "I've already booked a moving company." She teased him, "As if a pampered young master like yo
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Iris regarded Rinkah with a cold expression. "Please watch your words. Also, we're in a hospital, so keep your voice down. Causing a scene here won't benefit you in any way.""Oh, yeah? What can you do to me?" Rinkah shot back defiantly."I can't do anything to you," Iris replied, "but the law can certainly do something to you."Rinkah remained unconvinced, but her attitude softened slightly. "Are you threatening me?""I'm not threatening you; I just want you to behave like a civilized person," Iris said firmly. "Have you ever fulfilled your responsibilities as a mother? If you had shown a little more love to your daughter, she wouldn't be in this position today.""You..." Rinkah struggled to counter Iris' words, feeling frustrated. "You have no evidence against me, and you know it."In her mind, she hadn’t committed any serious wrongdoings. Her most serious wrongdoing was abandoning her daughter when she was very young. She had consulted a lawyer about that. The lawyer had told
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Cassie smiled upon hearing that. "I'll tidy up your room for you."She walked away with light steps, every cell in her body leaping with joy, indicating her good mood.Dennis watched his wife with love and indulgence in his eyes. "Look how happy she is."Iris noticed the affection in her father's eyes. She was deeply moved by his love for her mother.In the old days, there were a lot of men who couldn't accept not having a son, so her father's equal regard for daughters was refreshing. It showed how much he loved his wife."My career is on the rise now. In a couple of years, once my career stabilizes, I'll take on fewer cases, and I'll have more time to spend with you," Iris said."Okay," Dennis replied.Iris spent the evening watching TV and chatting with her parents. She listened to Cassie gossip about their relatives.Cassie and Dennis usually went to bed early, but they stayed up late that day because Iris was there. The three of them conversed and enjoyed each other's comp
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Cassie failed to understand her husband's intentions and remarked, "It's not easy for our daughter to earn money. Do we really need to go on vacation? Since when are you so extravagant?""I..."Before Dennis could explain, Iris set down her cutlery and addressed her mother earnestly. "Mom, I'm happy to spend money on you. Your happiness is what matters to me. If I earn money but don't use it, what's the point? Since Dad wants to go, you should go with him. You both have worked hard all your lives; it's time to enjoy yourselves. Don't worry about money; I'm doing well."She retrieved a bank card from her bag. "There's $150,000 in here."Cassie's eyes widened. "So much?"Iris continued, "I'm an official lawyer now and can earn commissions from cases. You both should spend some money and enjoy yourselves. Don't hold back."Cassie took the card, but didn't put it in her pocket. Despite her love for money, Cassie was reluctant to spend the money that her daughter earned. She returned
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Iris chuckled upon hearing that. "Why do you sound like a clingy girlfriend?""Just think of me as your clingy girlfriend then," he replied with a grin.Iris looked at the time."What's the matter? Do you have a date?" Brad asked.She shook her head. "I have an appointment with a witness.""Do you want to go there directly or do you want to go to the law firm first?" he asked.Iris decided they should stop by the law firm first to pick up some stuff. Brad nodded, and they headed to the firm before meeting the witness.The case Iris was handling was complex and couldn't be resolved quickly; it involved multiple parties and factors. Iris was also juggling another case simultaneously. A month later, one case was resolved while another entered its final critical stage, keeping her extremely busy.During this time, Cassie had called her, telling Iris she missed her and asking Iris to visit, but Iris simply didn't have the time. This hectic pace continued for another two months.Sum
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Brad arrived at Iris' house precisely at ten past seven. Holding the lunchbox, he rang the doorbell. Iris had just woken up, still in her pajamas, and wondered who could possibly be at the door this early. Sometimes, if she weren't driving, Brad would pick her up at around ten to eight. He wouldn't come this early.When she opened the door, she found him dressed in smart casual attire — a suit jacket, trousers, and white sneakers. In the past, he would wear cool attires like casual pants with a hoodie or a leather jacket, but after accompanying Iris to court on formal occasions, he had adapted his wardrobe considerably. Although he still felt uncomfortable in formal wear, he looked much more mature than before."You're here so early?" Iris asked, surprised."When you're busy, you never eat properly," Brad replied, entering without hesitation. He knew the passcode to her house anyway, so he made himself at home. He walked directly to the dining table. "Go freshen up and change yo
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"Are you really going to take on that case, by the way?" Brad asked Iris.Iris asked him back, "Why shouldn't I?""This kind of case could go viral online and attract public scrutiny. I'm worried you'll face backlash. Many people these days lack critical thinking and just follow the crowd," Brad expressed.Iris responded firmly, "I'm a lawyer. I just need to fulfill my duties and do my job well. If I have to weigh the pros and cons before taking on every case..." she turned to him, adding, "What would be the point of doing this job?"Brad fell silent for a moment, then conceded, "Yes, you're right. Don't worry, I'll be at your side."Iris poured cold water on his enthusiasm. "I don't need you to be at my side. You need to go independent.""I don't want to," Brad said, sticking close to her, as if afraid of being left behind."What? Are you just going to cling to me?" she asked."Yes, I am," he chuckled."By the way, I need some fruits but I don't have time to go to the superma
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Brad was right, Fiora knew that now. Yet her personality made it difficult for her to apologize and admit her mistakes. When Brad tried to take a sip of water, she snatched the glass from him.Brad looked at her, speechless. Fiora lifted her chin defiantly. "Whether he cares about me or not is none of your business."Brad wanted to ask her if her head had been kicked by a donkey. Instead, he said, "Alright, think what you want. I'm not your brother; I'm not gonna worry about you."Unintentionally, his words elicited a silent reaction from Iris, who lowered her gaze."My brother is overseas dealing with his heartbreak; he doesn't have time to worry about me," Fiora lamented. "I wonder if all the luck in our family has gone to the financial side. Is that why we're so unlucky in everything else? Half a year ago, my brother announced that he had a girlfriend. My mom had even met her and apparently really liked her, but then it all fell apart. My love life is rocky, and my brother's is
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Iris said, "Just shut up and order."Brad obediently picked up the menu.Fiora watched the exchange, somewhat shocked at how readily Brad complied with Iris' command.Before this, she and Brad had looked down on each other, and their mutual disdain was evident. She had always thought Brad was too wild and could not be easily controlled, yet here he was, completely under Iris' command. She wondered how Iris had managed to subdue such a wilful young man, especially given Brad's less-than-ideal character.Having spent considerable time with Iris, Brad knew her preferences in food. He ordered the dishes he knew she liked, along with some of his own favorites, before turning to Fiora. "What would you like?""Anything," Fiora replied, prompting Brad to place a random order for her.While they waited for the food, Fiora broached the topic that lingered between them. "About what happened before...""Let's not dwell on the past," Iris interjected. To her, an apology from Fiora held littl
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Iris didn't stop. She felt that they weren't acquainted so there was nothing to talk about.Fiora chased after her, tugging on Brad's arm as she ran past him. "Help me out."Brad thus followed behind her, saying, "If she doesn't want to talk to you, don't force her..."Fiora shot him an annoyed glare. Brad was speechless. Why did she glare at him? She was still the same spoiled brat."Wait, I'm not here to be your enemy," Fiora called as she caught up with Iris.Iris had to cross the street, but the continuous flow of traffic forced her to stop, giving Fiora a chance to catch up to her."I just want to apologize," Fiora said.Iris turned back in surprise. Those unexpected words caught her off guard. She did not expect it from Fiora at all.Why would Fiora suddenly apologize to her?"I know Stanley's married now. He married that evil woman," Fiora continued.Learning that Stanley had married Wendy had changed Fiora's opinion of Iris, but it wasn't until last night that she t
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When Iris opened the door, she was shocked to see that it was Samuel. "What are you doing here?" she asked, puzzled.Samuel replied, "Mr. Just is not in the country. He asked me to check on you. Do you need anything?"Jason had seen Iris' message, but she had deleted it before he could listen to it. Concerned about her, had sent Samuel to check if everything was alright since he was abroad.Iris tightened her grip on the doorknob. Something stirred in the bottom of her heart. She tried to sound calm as she said, "I'm fine.""I'll be in the country all month. If you need anything, feel free to call me," Samuel said, handing her his business card. "Here's my contact."Iris hesitated for a moment before taking it."Are you sure you're fine?" Samuel asked, noticing her pale complexion.Though Iris had forgotten about her stomach pain because she was preoccupied with her thoughts, her complexion gave away her condition. She forced a nod. "I'm fine. Really."Samuel studied her for a
