NovelEndChapter 248 Judge: "So... you're saying you don't have a law degree?" "That's right." The judge sucked in a sharp breath.
There was only one word he could use to describe William's performance in court today: Brilliant.
But never in his wildest dreams did he imagine William wasn't even trained in law.
"If you're not a lawyer, then how are you so well-versed in legal statutes and regulations?" "Everything I said was relayed toby my attorney." The judge looked even more astonished.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"You're tellingthat everything you presented here today was just repeating what your lawyer told you?" "Yes." The judge glanced down at William and Serena seated below him.
He'd already heard whispers about the story behind this case.
After Serena's father passed away, Penelope had moved in with Tyler to live with the Sullivan family-that much was true.
And privately, he hoped Serena would win this case.
But as a judge, fairness had to cfirst.
"Since the defendant's lawyer hasn't shown up, we'll have to reschedule for another hearing. However, Mr. Grayson, impersonating an attorney carries a fine by regulation. You have no objection to that, do you?" William replied, "None at all." "Very well. Court is adjourned." Nestor Leighton looked like he wanted to protest, but the judge had already exited the courtroom.
Left with no choice, Nestor turned to William, his frustration obvious. "Well, Mr. Grayson, you certainly lucked out today." William gave a calm smile. "I suppose I have you to thank for that." Nestor's brow furrowed, but then, as if something occurred to him, his expression shifted to a smile. "The lawyer guiding you from behind the scenes must be quite the expert. It'd be interesting to meet them one day-hopefully next time, they'll actually show up." With that, he gathered Penelope and Bella, and the three of them left.
William watched them go before turning to find Serena.
He caught her staring at Nestor Leighton's retreating figure, lost in thought.
"What's on your mind?" William asked gently.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmSerena snapped back to herself. "It's nothing. We should go pay the fine." "No rush. Letcall Finn and find out why Giles didn't show." At the mention of Giles, a shadow crossed Serena's face. "Maybe he backed out at the last minute." William shook his head. "That's not like him. Something else must have happened. Don't worry I'll call and see what's going on." Serena nodded slightly, though she couldn't hide her disappointment.
If Giles had been here today, would this whole ordeal finally be over? As she pondered, her mind drifted back to the scene of William trading barbs with
Nestor in court. For someone who m always seemed so mild and easygoing William certainly had a sharp edge when he needed it.
"Finn's phone isn't going through!" William's voice snapped her out of her thoughts. "What? How is that possible?"
"I think something must've happened to both of them." William took a steadying breath, then tried to reassure her, "But don't worry I've already sent someone to look for them. We should have news soon." Serena nodded again, but her heart was pounding.
Just as she opened her mouth to speak, William's phone rang.
She watched anxiously as he answered.
Whatever the person on the other end said, William's frown only deepened.
"Are you sure?" "Alright, I understand. I'll head over right away." He hung up and looked at Serena, his lips tightening as if he hated to disappoint her. "They found Giles. He's at home."
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