NovelEnglishChapter 323 After a bit, there was a knock at the door.
The next thing she knew, the door swung open, and Watson popped his head in. "Hey, Allison, mind if I cin?" Allison nodded, "Sure, con in." Watson stepped inside.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Is this about the Helix Sciences case?" Allison asked. "I was just thinking of coming to find you. That case is a real puzzle, and I could use your take on it." Helix Sciences, a biotech company, had its CEO, Javier, as an old buddy of Allison's. Right after her law firm opened, Helix Sciences had already trusted them with a bunch of cases.
One particular case had a tangled web of legal issues and sketchy evidence, making it quite the gamble if taken to court.
But Watson shook his head. "Nah, I didn't cto talk about Helix Sciences." Allison raised her eyebrows, a touch of confusion in her gaze. "Oh? Then what's up?" "Something on your mind lately?" Allison paused. "You noticed?" "Yeah," Watson chuckled. "You've been so out of it, you're practically wearing a sign that says 'I've got something on my mind."" Allison pressed her lips into a thin line. "Is it that obvious?" "Very much so." "Alright." Allison let out a small sigh, her gaze dropping a bit. "There's been sstuff going on at home." Watson's expression softened with concern. "Mind sharing what's going on?" Allison thought for a moment before speaking. "It's my sister. She's having a tough time, mentally. I'm really worried about her." "I know a top-notch psychologist," Watson suggested. "Maybe they could help." "No need for now," Allison shook her head. "We've already got someone doing in- htherapy. We'll give it stand see how it goes. If it doesn't pan out, I'll definitely reach out. Thanks, Watson." Watson gave her a warm look. "No need for the formalities with me." "Well, since you're one of the partners here, almost like a boss," Watson quipped with a grin, "If you're not on your gand it affects work, and we end up losing a case and can't recover the costs, guess who suffers?" Allison chuckled, knowing he was teasing. "Don't worry, Mr. Watson. I won't let you down. Despite everything, my skills are still top-notch." She picked up a judgment document and waved it at Watson. "Look at this, we just snagged another win. The court backed all our claims, and the $150,000 in legal fees just hit our account." Watson's eyes sparkled with a smile. "That's the Allison I know." Allison's spirits lifted, and she joked, "Stick with me, and you won't be left in the lurch." Watson's eyes twinkled with amusement, his voice gentle. "Alright." Tto clock out csoon enough.
The firm's staff left one by one.
Allison wrapped up her case files, switched off the office lights, and made her way out.
"Allison," Watson called after her.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmShe turned around. "What's up?" Watson cover, his eyes smiling
behind those gold-rimmed glasses.
"Weren't we going to chat about the O Helix Sciences casex There's a new bistro nearby I've heard good things about. Fancy discussing it over dinner?" Allison hesitated for a moment. "Sure, sounds good."
Even though the workday was done, Allison didn't mind diving into work talk with Watson after hours. This was her firm, and the Helix Sciences case was her project. Watson offering his twas a didn't take for granted.
she
Allison grinned, "Lettreat you to dinner, Watson, as a thanks for your Lenson e help with the case." "Great," Watson agreed without a second thought.
Allison hit the elevator button, and Watson stood by her side, quietly waiting.
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