TimeNovelChapter 217 Chapter 217: A ripple of laughter passed through the group, the sound laced with mockery. The leader's gaze sharpened, and with a subtle tilt of his head, he said, "Very well, let's see if you can back up your demands." Eric remained silent, his lips curving into a slight, almost imperceptible smile. He retrieved a sleek business card from his pocket and handed it to Natalia with measured calm. "Deliver this to them." At first, the attorneys exchanged uncertain glances, reluctant to accept the card. But as the bold and unmistakable nEric Riley caught their eyes, one of them reluctantly reached out to take it. With a sense of reluctant acknowledgment, he passed it to the leader, whose face instantly transformed from disdain to apprehension.
Upon seeing the card, the lead lawyer's expression faltered. A visible tremor passed through him. "It's... the lawyer Riley," he muttered, the realization settling over him like a heavy weight. His tone shifted, laced with unspoken fear. "We... we didn't recognize you earlier. Please accept our apologies for the misunderstanding." Eric's gaze remained unyielding, his voice as sharp as it was unbothered. "I'll ask again: will you apologize now, or should I begin formal proceedings?" The leader, now visibly rattled, rushed to correct himself. His posture stiffened, and he quickly turned to his colleagues, signaling them to act. "Please, give us a moment. We'll arrange the apology right away. We'll bring Nigel down to address this immediately!" The once arrogant and domineering team of lawyers suddenly shifted their behavior, displaying a remarkable change in attitude. Natalia couldn't contain her delight and shouted with joy.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtShe enthusiastically signaled to Eric with a thumbs-up. "Eric Riley, you're phenomenal! You're my hero now." Eric Riley? Sabrina was initially confused about why those individuals had becso humble and compliant. That confusion persisted until she heard his name.
G al no vel s.holds tales worth reading This man was the famous lawyer, Eric Riley, known for his almost legendary prowess, believed to have never lost a case. He was venerable within the legal community.
It was no surprise then that those lawyers' demeanor had changed to one of respect.
When Sabrina looked at Eric once more, her face showed admiration and deep respect, as if her regard for him could hardly be contained. She rubbed her hands together in excitement and stood up.
Just as she was about to speak, the door to the conference room burst open. The next instant, Nigel entered swiftly. Upon seeing Eric, his former arrogance vanished, replaced by a look of anxiety and discomfort.
"Mr. Riley, I honestly didn't recognize you earlier. I nearly risked offending you. Please, don't hold my earlier missteps against me," Nigel said as he hurriedly approached, eagerly extending both hands in hope of a handshake.
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Yet, Eric subtly evaded the gesture. The content is on En.com!
e Nigel, left without a handshake, appeared awkward but managed to maintain a forced smile.
Eric, showing little interest in further interaction, turned towards Rachel and said, “Ms. Mars is both my friend and client. Today, her brother was treated unjustly. What are your thoughts, Mr. Welch?"
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