"First," Amari began firmly, "after the project was completed, the defendant neglected their responsibilities…"
"Second…"
"And third…"
She laid out her points one after another, her voice calm but commanding, her delivery sharp enough to cut through the heavy silence of the courtroom. In total, Amari presented five solid arguments, each explained with precision and logic that struck directly at the heart of the case.
Sebastian's expression stiffened for the first time.
Even Attorney Xin's face drained of color.
He had always regarded Amari as nothing more than an ordinary lawyer, someone barely worth his attention. Yet every word that came out of her mouth hit its mark with the weight of truth and unshakable conviction. The effect on him was undeniable—piercing and profound.
If he failed to dismantle those five points, the overwhelming victory he had expected would suddenly turn into an even match.
