Chapter 101

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Estrella was somewhat surprised. Jason walked over, raised his hand to tousle her hair, then gently embraced her in his arms. “You’ve done a wonderful job,” he said gently.

Estrella, who had tirelessly defended her client with passion and dedication, had left Jason in awe. In the courtroom, she was a different person-focused, solemn, and dead serious-a stark contrast to the usually playful and cheery Estrella.

Estrella seemed to respect the law so much, Jason couldn’t help but wonder, did she really start that fire years ago?

With a faint smile, Estrella responded to Jason’s concern, “Thank you.”

This was the first case Jason had ever witnessed her handle since she started her career.

When Logan and the others saw Jason arrive, curiosity piqued in their minds, but they remained silent. Logan had already sensed something was off during the meeting at the resort but chose to keep his suspicions to himself.

After greeting Jason, Logan and the others decided to head back to the law firm, leaving Estrella and Jason behind.

Estrella mentioned she wanted to visit Ryan in prison, and Jason offered to accompany her. In the past, it was always Bryce accompanying Estrella.

Half an hour later, when Estrella arrived at the prison, Ryan had just been brought back.. The staff allowed them to meet despite the timing.

The connection between Estrella and Ryan seemed to go beyond the typical lawyer-client relationship. It was laced with a deeper sense of empathy.

On the visitor’s side of the table, Ryan, thinking Estrella was worried about his mental resilience, comforted her. “Ms. Estrella, thank you. I’m content with the two I have

years

left.”

the timing of his fate held little significance.

difference.

hope. “Ryan, we might have more than two years. You must

sentence reduction, and even eventual release for commendable actions, she painted a picture of

their conversation, Estrella spoke inclusively, using “we” as if to share the burden of

future

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lips as he nodded vigorously. “Ms. Estrella, I’ll try. I’ll hold on to hope.” He believed in all the goodness Estrella spoke of, for she was the best part of

Ryan looked at Estrella with

opportunity to treat you to a meal with the

laughed warmly, gripping his hand

their time together neared its end, Estrella promised to bring him books and a dictionary to occupy his mind. Knowing they would meet again, both parted

with his past and embrace a new life. She held firm to the belief that life’s journey should be dotted with beauty, not just sorrow.

the back of her neck. Jason glanced back at Ryan, sensing the boy had stirred a maternal instinct

Ryan watched them leave, wishing nothing but happiness for Ms. Estrella, for her to be surrounded by love and

wheel. He glanced

jealousy, she retorted, “If

her chin, pulling her closer to him. After a

kiss ended, “Not the

worst either.”

His fascination for her grew as he watched her dedicated demeanor when she was

at him again, surprised that he had shown up for the trial. As she turned her gaze back to the road, her

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