Chapter 58
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Suddenly, it dawned on him just how serious her fall down the stairs had been.
It wasnât just the chandelier incident.
It was a miracle that she hadnât broken any bones with such a frail body.
âDoes that woman not have any sense?â
How could she be so out of touch with reality, trying to pull down a book as large as her torso with those thin arms?
Balancing on a narrow ladderâs rung, struggling, she should have felt a sense of danger.
He glanced back at Ninaâs room.
He recalled the clear, innocent smile on her face, completely unaware of the accident she was so close to having.
Was it her defenselessness that angered him, or was it the absurd impulse he had felt in that brief moment in the early morning that made his heart race?
***
The power of the signet ring bestowed by His Majesty the Emperor was truly remarkable.
âI thought they might not cooperate so easily, but Iâm relieved.â
The information he had so desperately sought was now in his hands.
Thanks to it, he now had data on legal fees for criminal, civil, and family cases, as well as average attorney retainer fees.
âAs I thought, my worries were unfounded.â
An average consultation fee of 30 silvers?
Ridiculous.
There were very few places that charged that much. Most places charged between 5 and 10 silvers for a 30-minute consultation.
And even the retainer fees could be negotiated.
You could lower the initial retainer by increasing the success fee percentage.
Moreover, the association president had not only provided this information but also gave details about the legal aid system run by the association, which, while not very active, still existed.
Additionally, if she wanted, during the event period, the associationâs lawyers would assist as well.
Apparently, a few lawyers had earnestly requested to participate, expressing their desire to support the cause…
Honestly, she didnât think their intentions were entirely pure.
They were likely hoping to build connections with her grandfather or the Bayern family. Still, if they were offering a helping hand, she would gladly accept it.
After all, lawyers affiliated with the association would know the associationâs system far better than any private lawyer.
Thanks to the association president, she could modify my plan for the better.
Additionally, he had personally briefed the lawyer who would handle Jessie and Yonaâs case, so all they had to do now was visit the office for their consultation.
She had kept my promise to the two of them.
âIâll have to thank him later for the help.â
It seemed she had made the right decision by explaining the purpose of her lecture and politely requesting assistance while wearing the signet ring.
This made preparing for the lecture much easier than expected.
âNow all thatâs left is to create a list of commonly used legal terms and practice the presentation.â
She would need to comb through the thick dictionary, find the terms Iâve picked up here and there, and organize them into simpler language.
The workload was daunting, and my head was already hurting just thinking about it…
âItâs okay, I can do it. Letâs go!â
Nina cheered herself on energetically.
The charity event would be a critical turning point in her social life moving forward.
But that wasnât the most important reason for her.
She wanted to ask her grandfather and parents for forgiveness.
Her grandfather, who had compromised his professional ethics under her pressure.
Her parents, who had pleaded with her in tears, asking her to abandon her selfish, egotistical ways.
The disappointment, despair, and heartache they had felt could not be atoned for with mere words of remorse.
If she performed well at the charity event, and if her lecture provided valuable insights on legal matters, maybe they would believe in her sincerity.
âAnd if I do well, my grandfather and parents can hold their heads high again. Iâll have to prepare thoroughly in the time I have left after the trip!â
Yes, after the trip.
As Nina briskly left the lobby, Marsha followed behind, carrying two large bags.
âIâm so curious to see the place where the children study!â
âThere will be plenty to see, so letâs snack and have fun while weâre there.â
Saint Hennige Academyâs school festival was held only once a year.
It was one of the few events where guardians were allowed to attend.
Finally, she was about to meet her 10-year-old nephew, whom she had never seen, neither in her past life nor in this one.
She was quite eager to see the child who held her husbandâs undivided attention, a man she had once clung to so desperately.
She couldnât help but feel excited.
