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Yet, the more righteous one feels in this profession, the greater the suffering becomes. The more cases one experiences, the darker the world appears. The law demands a mindset and vision akin to that of a ruler; it requires an understanding that the very need for law arises from the countless evils occurring in the world.
Having practiced law for a long time, lawyers may seem somewhat indifferent, even cold-blooded, to others. For them, having chosen this profession means that professional ethics always come first. Although Yao Nian also studied law, Shen Du did not want the young girl to be exposed to the darker sides of human nature too early.
She belonged to an age of purity and beauty, a treasure only understood through experience. One cannot possess both youth and the insight that comes with it simultaneously; youth is fleeting. He hoped that Yao Nian's exuberance and sincerity could last just a little longer.
"Let's go," Shen Du said. "Your Brother Zhe Yuan is waiting for us downstairs."
Yao Nian paused for a moment before breaking into a smile. "Why does that sound a bit sarcastic?"
He picked up his coat from the chair and glanced at her. "Because he is two months older than I am."
Yao Nian couldn't help but laugh.
Shen Du had to appear in court early the next morning and didn't plan on drinking, taking on the role of driver. Due to her relationship with Ji Zhe Yuan, Yao Nian went straight to the back seat.
As she opened the car door, she heard Shen Du from the driver's seat say, "Come sit in front."
"Let Brother Zhe Yuan sit there," she replied. "Let you two lovebirds sit together."
"Oh." Yao Nian obediently got out and took her place in the passenger seat.
On their way, they picked up Song Xiao Lin from the dance studio. Song Xiao Lin was tall and graceful, with long chestnut-brown curls, dressed in a stylish new Chinese outfit that was quite trendy this year. Her demeanor was gentle and elegant.
"Sister Xiao Lin," Yao Nian greeted her with a smile.
"You must be Yao Nian," Song Xiao Lin said with a smile. "I've heard Zhe Yuan mention you; you have such a sweet tongue."
Perhaps it was because she was a teacher; she exuded a natural warmth that made it easy for others to feel comfortable around her.
While waiting for their dishes to arrive, Yao Nian received a call from Qiao Shu Zhen.
Ji Zhe Yuan tapped on the table and whispered, "Hey, I’m telling you, this girl is quite charming; you’d better keep an eye on her."
"Huh?" Shen Du looked through the glass window at Yao Nian's figure. "What do you mean charming?"
"When I brought her up to see you this afternoon, I noticed Xiao Lü couldn't take his eyes off her and was asking me who she was."
Shen Du pondered for a moment, "Which Xiao Lü?"
Ji Zheyuan looked exasperated. "The new intern at our law firm. She’s been working here for almost three months now."
Song Xiaolin, who was busy pouring hot water into a bowl, chimed in, "What’s so surprising about that? The girl is really pretty."
"Pretty she may be," Ji Zheyuan frowned, "but I think she seems a bit naive. Her family background is decent; what if she runs into someone with ulterior motives? That would be quite troublesome."
Song Xiaolin shot him a glance. "You’re the one who’s naive. She looks much smarter than you."
Shen Du remained silent, gazing out the window while lightly tapping his fingers on the table.
He knew how charming the girl was; just recently, she had been so heartbroken over a boy that it genuinely worried him.
The restaurant served food quickly. By the time Yao Nian returned, all the dishes were already on the table, and she noticed her bowl was filled with yam and pork rib soup.
Shen Du advised her, "Drink the soup first."
Song Xiaolin teased with a smile, "I didn’t know Shen Lawyer was so caring!"
Yao Nian rubbed her nose, feeling a bit shy.
"Are you talking about me?" Ji Zheyuan took her bowl and said, "Here, let me serve you another bowl."
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