Rain, along with the rest of the team, headed to a grilling restaurant by the bay as the clock struck six in the evening. Their plan was to enjoy a al with so alcoholic drinks.
Marlon and Matt took charge of the grilling while Rain engaged in lively conversation, eagerly awaiting the delicious grilled at. She relished the grilled pork and beef wrapped in lettuce, savouring each bite.
"It’s been a while since we’ve had a team dinner like this!" Jane exclaid, her eyes sparkling with excitent. She turned to Henry and added, "Thank you for treating us tonight, Prosecutor Wayne!"
Rain smiled, watching Jane’s enthusiasm. Although Henry was undoubtedly a young and attractive man, Rain felt a pang of loyalty to her husband. She glanced at her phone, frowning as she saw that Alexander still hadn’t read her ssages.
Rock: Daughter-in-law, I’ve instructed Rico to pick you up instead.
Rain: Thank you, Father. I’ll likely be later than expected, so I’ll call Rico directly. Please rest early. Goodnight.
"Shit!" Marlon suddenly exclaid, breaking Rain’s thoughts. He looked at her and added, "Did you guys ntion to Prosecutor Clayton that Attorney Paul Smith ca looking for her?"
Matt and Jane shook their heads, and Rain’s eyebrows shot up in surprise. So, Paul knew she was now working in the prosecution office. ’How shaless. That man had the nerve to look for !’ Rain thought, feeling a surge of frustration.
"Why did you transfer here? I heard Smith Law Firm offers quite a good salary," Henry asked, catching everyone’s attention.
Rain gulped as she realized all eyes were on her.
"It’s a personal choice," Rain replied nonchalantly. "Working in the prosecution office was always my first choice after passing the bar exam."
"But I heard so rumors, Prosecutor Clayton. Is it true that you and the heir of Smith Law Firm were in a relationship, and he cheated on you? Or that he chose your half-sister over you?" Jane asked bluntly.
"You don’t have to answer, Jane. She’s just into gossip," Matt interjected.
"But it’s still better that we know the truth," Jane said with a pout. "At least this way, we can defend her if soone from the office spreads false information."
"It’s fine. It’s better to be straightforward," Rain agreed with a smile. She then addressed the group, "Paul and I broke up because I caught him cheating with my half-sister. But that’s all in the past now."
"But he’s looking for you. To be honest, he looked desperate while asking about you," Jane said.
"And I prefer not to see his face again," Rain replied with a calm smile. "That’s the reason I left their firm and accepted the position here."
"You’re wearing a wedding ring, though," Henry pointed out.
Rain chuckled and said, "Yes, that’s because I’m married."
"What?!" Marlon and Jane exclaid in unison.
"But the rumor about your breakup with Paul Smith was recent," Jane muttered.
"Hm, my married life is a bit complicated," Rain said with an awkward smile. "To put it simply, I t my husband right after I broke up with Paul. Now I’m focusing on making my marriage work and doing my best here at the prosecution office."
"Will we be able to et him?" Jane asked, clearly excited.
"Stop that, Jane. Prosecutor Clayton just started, and she probably prefers to keep her personal life private," Matt interjected, and Rain appreciated his support.
"So, the Obsidian Order... Are you planning to hold onto it without making any moves?" Henry suddenly asked.
Rain t his gaze and directly inquired, "Why, do you want the case, Prosecutor Wayne?"
"I’d gladly take that burden off your shoulders if you want to," he replied with a smirk.
"Hmm, I’m still considering my options, but for now, I prefer to keep the case in my hands," she responded with a shrug. She then poured herself so iced tea from the pitcher, as she had no intention of drinking alcohol.
"Alright, just let know if you need any assistance, and I’ll gladly help," Henry offered.
Rain smiled and replied, "I will if the need arises."
It was already around eight, and Rain was ready to head ho. She tried calling Alexander, but her call wouldn’t go through. "Is he still at work?" she wondered. Deciding to call Rico instead, she said her goodbyes to everyone, excusing herself to rest early since she was still recovering.
When she arrived ho, she found her father-in-law, Rock, watching the news with Butler Ben. "You’re back," Rock said, looking up.
Rain smiled and greeted him, "Is Alexander back too?"
"No, didn’t he tell you?" Rock asked, looking puzzled.
"Tell what?" Rain inquired.
"He said he’d be staying at the penthouse for now. Wait..." Rock’s expression shifted as he continued, "Did you two have an argunt or sothing?"
"Not really, but I guess he’s still upset. Sleeping back at the penthouse seems like an overreaction," Rain said, her worry growing as she wondered what might be wrong.
"Co here and sit down. Tell what happened," her father-in-law urged.
Rain explained the situation regarding the Obsidian Order case, including Alexander’s insistence that she drop it and the matter involving Michael Astor. She noticed her father-in-law’s expression darken montarily, but it quickly shifted. By the ti she finished, her father-in-law burst into laughter.
"Oh Ben, did you hear that? Alexander is being so overprotective! I can’t believe my son is acting so grumpy over this. It’s almost amusing," he said with a satisfied grin. Rain blinked in surprise, unable to understand why her father-in-law seed so pleased.
"You should go and check on him. Have Rico drive you to the penthouse. I have a feeling that brat hasn’t eaten dinner yet, so take him so food too," her father-in-law suggested with a chuckle.
Rain’s father-in-law’s reaction was unexpected, but she decided to follow his advice. She quickly called Rico to drive her to the penthouse.
As they were on the road, Rain’s phone rang. It was Clifford.
"Rain, do you think you can et up with now? I have sothing important to tell you," Clifford said.
Rain frowned, realizing that her route to Alexander’s penthouse would take her past her own apartnt. But she wasn’t keen on stopping by, especially with Sanya around.
"Alright, let’s et at the cafe near my apartnt," Rain replied. "It’s on the way. We can talk there instead."
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