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Chapter 180 In the past, cases similar to Charles' scenaoften resulted in immediate death sentences. Thus, Naomi's success in securing a suspended sentence was considered a breakthrough. It offered her client a glimmer of hope.
More importantly, Naomi remained steadfast in her conviction. She had continued to work hard despite widespread skepticism.
"Ms. Goodwin, we have much to learn from you." As Naomi stepped into the law firm, she was greeted by her colleagues with bouquets and congratulatory messages. She chuckled before responding. "I'm honored by your kind words. I'll continue to work hard in the future." "You're so brilliant, Ms. Goodwin!" "Oh, I don't think so," Naomi replied with a smile.
Despite the praise, Naomi didn't feel like she had won. In truth, there were no winners or losers in the realm of law; their collective aim was to ensure a fair and just society.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtMeanwhile, Heather spent the entire evening at hpondering the situation. She realized that if Brendan kept Chloe by his side, it would affect his relationship with Naomi. Hence, she decided to speak to Chloe.
The two women sat opposite each other in the restaurant. Chloe nervously clasped her hands as she gazed at Heather.
"Mrs. Ludwig," Chloe said cautiously.
Observing Chloe's tense demeanor, Heather took a sip of her tea and said, “Chloe, I'll cut to the chase about why I asked to meet with you today.
"I hope you will resign from Ludwig Corporation and leave Brendan alone. I don't want you to interfere with Brendan and Naomi's life." Upon hearing Heather's candid request, Chloe straightened her back and gripped the edge of the table with both hands.
She looked at Heather solemnly and said, "Nothing is going on between Brendan and me. I never intended to disrupt Brendan and Naomi's life." Heather's expression darkened as she retorted, "I don't care about your intentions. It doesn't matter if your never planned to disrupt Brendan and Naomi's life.
"I want you gone from Brendan's life right now. I don't want you working at Ludwig Corporation. Is that clear?" Heather's stern attitude left Chloe flustered and at a loss for words. Adding to her discomfort was Chapte 180 Heather's harsh language and her status as an elder.
After staring at Heather for a long time, Chloe finally said, "Mrs. Ludwig, Brendan keptat Ludwig Corporation because I bear sresemblance to Sophia. He can't get over her.
"Don't you think it would be cruel to abruptly sever his emotional attachment to her by forcingout of the company?" Since Chloe couldn't reason with Heather, she resorted to using Sophia as an excuse. However, Heather beceven more displeased at the mention of Sophia.
"Did you think you can do whatever you want just because you bear a passing resemblance to Sophia? I don't think you look anything like her.
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"Besides, Sophia has been gone for years. Brendan should have moved on by now I would have forgotten now d about this matter if you hadn't remindedof it.
"Make sure you settle the resignation paperwork soon. I don't want to see the company.
You lingering aroun't want to see Trust me, you don't want to be on the receiving end of my wrath." When Heather tasked Naomi with delivering a check to Chloe, Chloe complained to Brendan. Hence, Heather decided not to give her a check this time.
If Chloe didn't heed Heather's warning, she knew Heather wouldn't be lenient with her.
Faced with Heather's threats, Chloe hesitated for a moment before m saving, Mrs. Ludwig, it's hard to secure à job these days. Can you givestto mull it over?" Chloe felt compelled to answer Heather. However, she hadn't anticipated Heather's staunch defense of Naomi.
Since Chloe asked for tto consider, Heather promptly settled the bill and left the restaurant.