Years ago, Ashton’s parents had been framed as the scapegoats for Ezra and a few prominent families in K City. It eventually led to their deaths. That tragedy meant that Louis was naturally cautious about his actions when dealing with Ezra.
Like Ashton had said, though, excessive caution would only allow them to behave even more lawlessly. Facing them head-on is inevitable. The only thing we can do is to reduce the number of people caught in the crossfire. If we don’t act now, our future generations will suffer under them as well.
“Uncle Louis, can I say something?” I finally blurted after some hesitation.
“Of course. What’s on your mind?”
“Well, here’s what I think. If I remember correctly, the promotion process and the candidate details are supposed to be announced to the public. In that case, can’t we do the same for those corrupt members in the department? We can show the entire trial procedure online through the official channels. The public can be the judge.” Strength in numbers may even bend the law, and it might be a good strategy to catch them unawares.
Ezra may be powerful, but even he is no match for public outcry.
Louis’s expression changed as he mulled over my suggestion.
Meanwhile, John looked at me as the joy he had displayed in the car returned to his demeanor. “I guess it’s really different once you become a lawyer. Even the way you look at things is craftier.”
I rolled my eyes. “Are you trying to say that I was dumb before? That doesn’t really come across as praise, you know.”
“You’re just imagining things.” John walked over and leaned on the desk. He teased, “You’re my sister. I’m always proud of you, and I mean every word that I said.”
“Letty, have you started your legal apprenticeship?” Louis changed the topic abruptly. “Which law firm did you go to?”
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