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Chapter 1679
After the press conference, Jamie returned to her seat, and Ben approached, sitting beside her. He gently patted her shoulder, offering silent encouragement. Jamie exhaled deeply. "Did you really invest a lot just for me?"
"This was an additional slot. It doesn't impact anyone else. It's the best way to give you a chance," Ben replied earnestly. His expression was steady, silently urging her to focus on the competition and not dwell on minor concerns. Jamie steadied herself. "I can't promise I won't disappoint you."
"It's not about me being disappointed. It's about not disappointing yourself," Ben said, looking at her intently.
Her heart swelled with gratitude.
The next day marked the first round of preliminary debates. The setup was straightforward: participants argued as opposing counsel for a hypothetical case. There were no absolute right or wrong answers and the key was the skill of persuasion.
By sheer luck, Jamie was paired against a small law firm representative. As she took the stage, she straightened her blazer and drew a deep breath. In that moment, she felt a spark of her old self-the confident, ambitious law student she once was. Standing at the debate podium, her gaze was unwavering, her heart filled with respect for the law and a determination for justice. This was her battleground, her chance to prove herself anew. "Let's begin!" The moderator signaled.
The debate commenced, and her
opponent wasted no time
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demonstrating their experience, launching sharp and incisive arguments with practiced ease Jamie, however, stood her ground. Her voice was clear and confident as she laid out her arguments, supported by facts and evidence. Each point she made was methodical and precise.
The audience and judges began to take notice. This unknown lawyer, overlooked at first, now commanded their respect. Her performance wasn't merely about legal expertise, it carried a conviction that resonated
deeply. It was a reflection her
rétentless pursuit of justice and fairness.
As the debate heated up, her opponent grew more aggressive, attacking her arguments with relentless fervor. Yet Jamie
maintained her composure,
countering each challenge withnoveldrama
precision. Her legal knowledge and logical reasoning shone through as she systematically dismantled the opposition's points.
In her closing statement, Jamie's voice rang with conviction, her eyes alight with determination.
"The law is impartial. It is not just a collection of rules. It is a tool to uphold justice. As lawyers, it is our duty to use it to ensure fairness for our clients. I stand here today, committed to this belief and this responsibility." The applause began hesitantly but quickly swelled into thunderous approval.
"Mr. Lucas, your rookie isn't as weak as I expected," Attorney Freeman remarked, leaning slightly forward in his seat with a mocking grin.
"Her debating might be a bit raw, but her arguments were sharp, and her approach was on point. Give her some time, and she might even match your level," Ben replied, his tone unshaken.
Attorney Freeman's expression darkened, his smile tinged with sarcasm. "Keep dreaming. She hasn't gone up against me yet."
Ben, undeterred, replied with calm confidence, "She'll advance today. It's only a matter of time before she faces you."
Attorney Freeman leaned back, raising his voice for all to hear. "Mr. Lucas, you don't suppose there's any favoritism going on, do you?"