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2021-07-31 00:37:36The Waterfront Well is one of the famous restaurants in the country. It is only one among several restaurants the Hargreave family owns. This one, in particular, has Lucas's private room which his friends from the Great 7 families also regularly borrows.
At that moment, a gentleman in a dark grey suit was waiting patiently inside a private room.
When the door opened, Lucas came in and ushered Diana. Atty. Pierpont stood in greeting, introducing himself to Diana.
"Good day Mr. Ingram. Hello Ms. Winchester. My name is Hector Pierpont. I will be representing you in your case against
Ms. Holt." Pierpont offered his hand to Diana for a handshake which the latter accepted.
"Nice to meet you. Thank you for your help." Diana smiled politely.
"It's my pleasure." Pierpont smiled in return. Upon seeing Lucas's bored facial expression, the lawyer cleared his throat and proc
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