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Strategy of defense

The Courtroom:-“And with that, I’ll try to make sure it doesn’t stretch more than two hearings,” Dave’s voice resonated with confidence as he explained something to Leo, who walked alongside him. His eyes were filled with determination, and his words carried an air of authority.Leo, showing his trust in Dave’s legal prowess, nodded in agreement. “I’m positive with your argumentative skill, Kiara won’t have to face many harsh arguments from their side.”Dave’s expression grew even more resolute. “Not at all. As her attorney, I can’t allow the plaintiff to berate her. By the end of this session, Daniel will realize that he can’t corner her on my watch.” With these words, he exuded unwavering determination.With that positive confidence oozing from the words he said to Leo, Dave’s keen eyes spotted Kiara and Viaan making their way to the defendant’s side.In the process, he also glanced at the plaintiff’s side where Daniel, Hunter’s attorney was explaining something to him. He didn’t m
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The private meeting!

Writer’s POV:-His lips curled into a wry smile as he observed the outside scenery. Nathan couldn’t help but comment on the countryside’s serenity. “The man surely had some soft spots for owning places at random outskirts,” he remarked a hint of amusement in his voice. Memories of Mr. Moore’s idiosyncrasies danced in his mind. “Old habits die hard!”Dash, seated in the driver’s seat, nodded in agreement as he expertly maneuvered the car along the winding roads. “It’s advantageous in its own way,” Dash remarked. “We’ve been spared the ordeal of battling through the chaotic traffic.” His eyes flicked between the road ahead and Nathan, his tone casual yet respectful.The cloudy sun hung mid in the sky as Nathan and Dash navigated the winding roads that led to Mr. Moore’s secluded farmhouse on the outskirts of Elegant City. The lush American countryside stretched as far as the eye could see, a tranquil setting for their highly confidential meeting.Feeling the fresh air splashing through
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The trial

Circuit Court of Elegant City:-Hunter’s POV:-The courtroom buzzed with anticipation as the jury panel along with the head judge, a stern figure with an air of authority, came to their seats on the bench. The hushed murmurs among the spectators and legal teams subsided, giving way to an uneasy silence. The legal battle between Kiara and I was about to commence.I took my seat on the plaintiff’s side of the courtroom, my heart heavy with the weight of the impending trial. Beside me, Robin offered silent support.Meanwhile, Daniel diligently occupied the designated attorney’s area, engrossed in preparations for the legal battle that lay ahead. As my gaze involuntarily wandered, it settled on the source of my inner turmoil—Kiara.My fixed stare was directed at her, a woman who had once held a significant place in my life, right now sitting beside my arch-enemy.My fingers clenched on their own. The sight was pricking thousands of needles in my heart, bleeding it to worse.How did my sto
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The Deserving Candidate!

Moore’s private farmhouse:-Nathan exchanged a brief look with Dash, building up to the real reason for their private meeting. “Or more like request something crucial from you!”Intrigued, Mr. Moore leaned in, his curiosity piqued. He looked at the two and voiced out his curiosity.“What?” he inquired, sensing a shift in the atmosphere.“Something that is very precious to you, but you can’t keep it anymore!” His tone was laced with a mysterious vibe, causing the old man to frown in bewilderment.“What request do you have?” He couldn’t help but address the exchanged glances between the two men in front of him. “Mr. Kingston, please be clear about what you’re asking.”Nathan met Mr. Moore’s gaze with determination, ready to broach the topic that brought him back to his hometown all the way from London.“Paradis d’Amour!” An exclamation perking up the ears of the old man.In an instant a scowl etched on his face. Mr. Moore’s brow furrowed deeply as Nathan mentioned his prized property. T
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The test of time

Circuit Court of Elegant City:-The courtroom was hushed as Kiara stood in the witness box, her heart pounding with nervous anticipation. She glanced around, the solemn faces of the jurors and the imposing presence of the judge a constant reminder of the gravity of the situation. Dave, her attorney, had prepared her well, but nothing could fully quell the anxiety that bubbled within her.As she took a deep breath, Daniel, the plaintiff’s attorney, approached the witness box with an air of confidence. He was a tall man with a sharp jawline and piercing eyes, and he wasted no time in beginning his questioning.“Ms. Jones,” Daniel began, his tone measured, “can you confirm that you were the Chief Financial Officer at GRACE Corporation during the period in question?”Kiara nodded, her voice steady as she responded, “Yes, I was the CFO at GRACE Corporation.”Daniel paced in front of the witness box, his eyes locked on Kiara. “And can you also confirm that during your tenure, you had access
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Cornering her

Courtroom:-“I see. So when you came to know about it, why didn’t you leave the company already given your press conference revelation that you are the wife of Mr. Viaan Adams?” Daniel asked the question that was the crux of the entire case, and the one that Dave made prepare Kiara well.Kiara gulped the lump in her throat, glancing at Viaan. The man nodded at her, asking her to answer the question honestly. Then her eyes caught Dave’s eyes and the attorney signaled her the same.Taking a deep breath, she started. “When I first knew about their rivalry, I didn’t have much hope in my marriage. In the press conference, I revealed that my marriage was in conflict initially. And when I joined GRACE, my marital equation was the same. So, I didn’t give it much thought because I thought we’d get divorced soon and then their rivalry was not my lookout.”Daniel’s frown deepened, and he adjusted his microphone before pressing further. His accusatory tone remained, causing Kiara to steel herself
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Verbal Spat

*Flashback*In the dimly lit boardroom of GRACE Corporation, the tension hung heavy in the air. Hunter Brown, the CEO of the company, and Charles White, a senior executive, stood at opposite ends of a long, polished table. Their faces were etched with frustration, and their voices rang out in sharp tones."Charles, I can't believe you're still pushing for this," Hunter said, his voice laced with exasperation.Charles clenched his jaw, his eyes narrowing. "Hunter, I've been with this company for over two decades, and I've seen it all. Your decisions lately have been reckless, and they're hurting the company."Hunter's fists tightened at his sides. "Reckless? Charles, I'm trying to innovate and adapt to a changing market. We can't stick to the same old strategies forever."Charles took a step forward, closing the distance between them. "Innovation is one thing, Hunter, but you're risking everything we've built. The shareholders are getting anxious, and our competitors are gaining ground
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Miseries

‘First Hunter, now Natasha… one by one, both my children left me. The more I loved my family… tried to keep it close, the more it broke and scatted like beads.’ she mourned, her voice quivering with grief. She hugged her knees even closer to her chest, as if trying to shield herself from the pain that had engulfed her. For the last two hours, she sat on the tiled floor with her knees to her chest and her arms securing them in place as tightly as they could. Her shoulders trembling with the waves of sobs. Her doe eyes glistened with warm tears that didn’t let them dry even for a second in the last couple of hours. Hair messy and the dress wrinkled, not quite suited to the status of Mrs. Brown, the wife of Charles Brown. Yet, she cared less. Less of people, less of society and its standards, and definitely less of her husband whose matrimony provided her with a hefty title. The mother couldn’t do anything back then when Hunter had suffered at the hands of injustice by his own father.
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Back to her son

Viaan’s POV:-The car screeched to a halt outside the hospital. My heart pounded like a drum in my chest as I flung open the car door and practically threw myself out onto the pavement.My frantic pace almost turned disastrous as my shoes skidded, nearly causing me to lose my balance on the freshly mopped floor.“Viaan, careful!” I could hear Kiara’s voice, distant and urgent, cautioning me to be careful, but her words fell on deaf ears.I cared none of such warnings as my feet leaped to the elevator, already punching the button by the time I sensed Kiara and Leo reached behind me. Their hurried breaths matched the frantic rhythm of my own, but my sole attention was stuck to my mother.My Maa!My only parent!The woman who had raised me, loved me, and been my anchor through life’s storms. The woman I cherished above all else and loved to my death.‘Come on, come on,’ I muttered under my breath, while my trembling fingers stabbed at the button repeatedly, willing it to descend faster.
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End of agony

Viaan’s POV:-Taking a step towards her, I felt my eyes burning with the tears. My vision blurred as I walked until a choked sob erupted without me realizing it. “Maa…” I hear myself whisper, my voice trembling with emotions that had been bottled up for days.My breathing became shallow. My eyes, filled with tears I’d held back for far too long, couldn’t tear away from her. I felt a trembling in my hands, a mix of anxiety and hope coursing through me. The world around me seemed to blur, leaving only my mother in focus.“Viaan…” Her eyes shone upon seeing me. Her lips twitched on corners until they curled up in a heartwarming smile at me. Although her face contorted with pain, she smiled through it for me.My lips quivered as I fought back another sob, biting down hard on them to regain my composure. My throat felt constricted, and I stood there for a moment, frozen in disbelief. After agonizing days of helplessly craving to see those closed eyes open once again, my mother was finally
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