No Strings Attached

Chapter 118

Chapter 118

Atter sharing her piece, Clara was about to turn and leave when Anders suddenly stepped in front of her, blocking her path.

Clara, the clients we’re meeting it’s them. My mom’s caught up in a plagiarism lawsuit, and it wouldn’t be right for me to represent her in court since I’m family. That’s why I

recommended you,” he said earnestly.

Clara was well aware that Anders‘ mother was a renowned designer for a top–tier fashion label. Such disputes over intellectual property were not uncommon in the fashion industry. Her guard dropped at once, and she approached Alicia with a cordial air. “I’m grateful for your trust, Alicia. I’ll pull out all the stops to win this case for you.”

Alicia tugged Clara to sit down and even poured her a cup of herbal tea. Alicia was all smiles as she spoke, “Back in our school days, I’ve heard nothing but praise for you from Ninety. Knowing you’re on the case gives me peace of mind.”

“You’re too kind, Alicia. I’m just thankful for the opportunity, and I’ll give it my all,” Clara responded with genuine enthusiasm.

instantly, segueing from work to family life in their

with Clara the myriad of challenges that came with being an independent woman in society. These were issues Clara had grappled with herself, and she listened intently, nodding along with enthusiastic

crack in the door. He saw Anders‘ parents‘ admiration for her

broken up, and she was already

he retreated to his own private booth.

on, it’s just lunch. Why the long face? It’s not like you’re picking up the

twist the knife a bit more, “Dr. Chase, Mr. Hicks, don’t take it personally. Mr. Hayes just saw Attorney Clara. That’s why he’s upset, not because of

sort of commendation. Instead, lan shot back, “Ever heard of playing dumb? Or would that kill

quickly stepped back.

always the peacemaker, laughed it off, “Which booth is Clara in? We

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