Chapter 210 Lucia''s case involved aplex equity dispute . The situation wasplicated , the evidence iplete , and the litigation risk substantial . For awyer like Thalia with just over three years of practice , it was genuinely challenging . Lucia''s visit appeared on the surface to be about hiring Thalia , but her real intention was to create trouble . If Thalia declined the case , Lucia could reasonably question her professional capabilities .


    If Thalia epted and lost , it would prove Thalia wasn''t aspetent as Lucia . At least for now , in terms of career , Lucia was far more sessful than Thalia . After discussing the case basics , Thalia had a general understanding of the situation . She reviewed the materials Lucia had sent and came to a conclusion . " You want me personally to handle this case , correct ? " Thalia asked , her expression neutral . Lucia smiled . " That''s right . I trust you , Ms. Winters .


    " " All thewyers at our firm are excellent , with unquestionable expertise , " Thalia replied evenly . " But since you''ve specifically requested me , I''ll take the case . " Lucia was surprised . Thalia had agreed so readily ? Did she not understand how difficult andplex this case was , or how high the litigation risk ? " You''re epting so quickly ? Don''t you want to think it over ? " Lucia asked . Thalia smiled . " The evidence is iplete and the case isplex . Ms.


    Schulz , are you aware this case has a high risk of failure ? " " I am . " " There''s never a guarantee of victory in litigation , " Thalia said calmly . " Every case carries some risk . While this one is particrly challenging , it''s been a while since I''ve encountered such aplex case . I''d like to test myself . " A spark lit in Thalia''s eyes , her gaze determined . " I enjoy challenging cases . If I handle this well , it will boost my reputation .


    It''s both a challenge and an opportunity , and I want to give it a shot . " 99.5 % Chapter 210 Lucia was taken aback . In Thalia''s eyes , she saw courage , confidence , tenacity , and vibrant energy . Beforeing , she had assumed Thalia was merely a decorative figurehead relying entirely on family resources . She hadn''t expected such courage and self - assurance . " Very well , " Lucia said , her opinion of Thalia shifting somewhat . " Let''s sign the retainer agreement then .


    " " Let''s do that . " After leaving thew firm , Lucia went to Asher''s private residence . When she rang the doorbell , a man in his fifties answered . " Ms. Schulz , " the man said with a kind face and slim build . " How may I help you ? " Lucia smiled . " I''m here to see Asher . We had arranged to discuss a business partnership . " The butler was polite . " One moment , please . I''ll let him know you''re here . " Lucia nodded courteously . " Thanks , I appreciate it .


    " A few minutester , the butler returned . " Ms. Schulz , Madam invites you in , " he said , opening the door wider and gesturing for her to enter . Madam ? Lucia frowned slightly . In the ground floor living room , Lucia realized the butler had been referring to Catherine when he said " Madam . " She''d been momentarily rmed , thinking it might be Asher''s wife . She approached with a smile . " Catherine , hello .


    " " Lucia , please sit down , " Catherine said with a polite but not particrly warm smile . Lucia sat beside Catherine . A maid served tea . Lucia nced around but didn''t see Asher . 16:43 Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Heiress 99.6 % Chapter 210 Catherine took a sip of tea and said casually , " Asher is in his study upstairs , in a meeting . He''ll be down shortly . " Lucia nodded . " That''s fine , I''ll wait .


    " Catherine made a nomittal sound and engaged in light conversation with Lucia . She could see Lucia''s interest in her son . But Catherine didn''t want Asher to be with Lucia . In her heart , Thalia was her only choice for a daughter - in -w . Thinking about Thalia and Asher''s rtionship issues made Catherine mncholy . Now that Victor Shaw and Natalie were arrested , and with Mabel gone , there was no one in the family who would oppose their rtionship .


    The only remaining obstacles were Randolph Winters and Thalia''s own reservations . If only Thalia and Asher could reconcile . Come to think of it , she hadn''t seen Thalia in quite some time . Catherine couldn''t help but sigh Hearing the sigh , Lucia gave her a concerned look . " Is something wrong , Catherine ? Something on your mind ? " Catherine smiled and sighed again . " I''m just worried about Asher''s future . He and Thalia broke up and haven''t reconciled .


    Every day I hope they''ll get back together . I''m looking forward to Thalía marrying into our family and giving me a grandchild . Asher is already thirty and still unmarried . It''s concerning … " Lucia''s smile froze on her face . Catherine pretended not to notice and took another sip of tea . " So Lucia , are you seeing anyone ? " Lucia shook her head . " No , not at the moment . " " How old are you now ? " " Almost twenty - seven . " " My goodness , you''re not getting any younger .


    Why aren''t you dating ? " Catherine affected the man of a busybody aunt . " Would you like me to introduce you to some eligible young men ? My friend has a son who older than you , also recently returned from abroad . I could set you two up sometime . " Lucia felt her heart sink .


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    I''ll help you evaluate if he''s suitable " To be tuppy to About us minutester , Aster came downstairs . Two men apanied him . One was his assistant , Matt Ford . The other man was unfamiliar to Lucia . After the stranger left , Lucia asked , " Asher , who was that ? " Asher sat down on the sofa , ignoring her question . " Why are you here ? " Lucia paused . " Didn''t you say yesterday that we''d discuss our partnership another day ? I''m here to talk business .


    " Asher gave a cold " Hmm " in response . " Did you bring the proposal ? " " Yes , " Lucia said , handing him a USB drive . " It''s all on here . " Asher didn''t move or raise his hand . It was his assistant , Matt , who took the USB drive from Lucía . Matt opened hisptop , inserted the drive , and showed the contents to Asher . Asher scanned through it rapidly . After finishing . Asher shook his head . " Not good enough . " Lucia was stunned .


    " If you want a partnership ,e up with something worthwhile , " Asher said coldly , his tone harsh and impers " Don''t waste my time with this sort of thing again . " With that , he stood up and walked away , not caring about Lucia''s reaction .