Chapter 83
After Lily hung up, Alexander asked, "Do you need me to come with you?"
"No, it's fine," she said, shaking her head. "Don't worry, I can handle this alone, but I'd like to borrow someone from you."
"Oh?"
Nathaniel and Melanie were early, staring at the cafรฉ doors on Purple Lane. When they saw Lily walk in, Nathaniel instinctively stood up. He would have walked over to welcome her if Melanie hadn't stopped him.
Nathaniel immediately came to his senses. Although they were asking Lily for a favor, the lawsuit was still ongoing. He still had substantial evidence, so there was no reason to feel disadvantaged.
After organizing his thoughts, he sat back, relaxed, and straightened his clothes. However, they soon noticed a man trailing behind Lily. He wore a suit and tie, and a severe look framed his face behind gold-rimmed glasses.
Nathaniel went on guard, eyeing the man cautiously. He raised his head when Lily reached their table. "You're here."
Lily took a seat across from them and got straight to the point. "Let's finish this quickly. My time is precious."
Melanie bit her lip, trying to maintain an elegant smile. She looked at Lily and began, "Lily, it's been a while. You look good." Lily raised an eyebrow. "Oh, really? You should get your eyes checked. I've always looked good!"
"Haha, you've become funnier too. Anyway, who's this person you brought with you?" Melanie turned toward the man behind Lily.
Nathaniel was also staring at the man, waiting for Lily's response. Melanie had asked the very question he was dying to know. He didn't understand Lily's sudden shift to Rebirth after she abandoned him and MN Inc. While watching the man, Nathaniel couldn't help but wonder if he was the one who orchestrated everything.
"This is James Hudson, and he's my lawyer representing our case," Lily introduced him. "Since the three of us have conflicting interests, and you're both plaintiffs, we weren't supposed to meet. Thus, I think a lawyer should be present to avoid misunderstandings and maintain a fair environment."
Nathaniel and Melanie were both speechless.
"All right, then. When you're ready, we can start," Lily leaned back and pulled out her phone.