Chapter 868 At a Loss
Saskia took a deep breath. "The competition's about to start. I'm gonna use my skills to go as far as I can. Even if I don't win, I won't have any regrets."
With that, she turned and walked away.
The competition kicked off quickly, and because of the rumors, the audience looked at Saskia with disdain.
Unfazed, she confidently took the stage with her legal documents, ready to defend her client.
"The defendant, during the altercation, showed that the aggressor still could act. The assault wasn't over. To ensure safety, the defendant continued to fend off the attack. I believe this doesn't constitute excessive self-defense."
The opposing counsel cleared their throat.
"According to the medical examiner's report, the victim likely lost the ability to act during the incident. The defendant's continued actions were excessive."
Saskia remained calm.
"The defendant is petite, under 5'3", while the aggressor is 5'9". Given the size difference, the defendant couldn't risk stopping until she was sure the threat was neutralized. Her actions weren't intended to cause harm."
Saskia's voice was firm and powerful, showcasing her deep understanding of the case and the law, impressing everyone present.
The opposing counsel hesitated but continued, "However, the defendant's actions exceeded necessary limits, which is undeniable."
The virtual judge intervened, stopping their debate.
"The key issue is whether the defendant's actions were intentional."
Saskia frowned slightly, knowing how tricky this question was. Determining intent in legal practice is often the most complex and subtle part.
"In that situation, the defendant couldn't accurately judge if the aggressor had lost the ability to act," Saskia analyzed calmly. "Her actions were driven by reasonable concern for her safety, not malice."
The audience began to murmur, clearly resonating with Saskia's defense.
"Moreover," Saskia continued, "evidence and witness statements show that the defendant stopped attacking and called for help once the aggressor fell. This indicates she had no intention to continue the assault."
The opposing counsel paused, then said, "But the defendant's actions resulted in the aggressor's death, which is undeniable."
Saskia took a deep breath, knowing this was the opponent's final and most crucial point.
"Yes, the result was the aggressor's death, but it happened under the premise of reasonable self-defense," Saskia said, looking at the judges. "We need to consider if the defendant had any other choice at that moment. If she stopped defending herself, the aggressor might have attacked again, possibly causing more severe consequences."
The judges began to nod, clearly moved by Saskia's argument.
"Therefore, I believe the defendant's actions don't constitute excessive self-defense but reasonable self-defense," Saskia concluded.
As Saskia finished her defense, the courtroom fell into a brief silence. Then, one of the judges spoke.
"Ms. Fuller, your defense was outstanding. Your grasp and application of the law are truly impressive," the judge said. "Your arguments were clear and logical, giving us a fresh perspective on this case."
Other judges nodded in agreement, showering Saskia with praise.
After the competition, Saskia walked off the stage to applause from the audience.
She didn't expect the female lawyer, who had been eliminated, to suddenly clench her fist and shout, "This is unfair!"
Since she still had her microphone on, her voice echoed throughout the venue.
The crowd fell silent.
"Your defense was easier. You got special treatment. Why didn't they stop the competition despite the online rumors?"
The female lawyer's words caused quite a stir. Saskia stopped, turned to face her, and remained calm and resolute.
"Counselor, you might not be aware of the situation," Saskia said steadily. "I didn't receive special treatment. Every step was strictly reviewed by the committee. As for the online rumors, I believe that truly capable people don't need these to define themselves."
The female lawyer looked embarrassed but persisted, "But the convenience you enjoy now is because of Nathaniel. Isn't that special treatment?"
Saskia smiled slightly and responded calmly, "Nathaniel is one of the sponsors. He provided an additional open slot, which was the committee's decision. I competed within the rules. If this is special treatment, then every contestant helped by sponsors should be questioned."
The crowd began to murmur, clearly touched by Saskia's response.
"Moreover, I believe my performance in the competition has been recognized by the judges and the audience. If my performance wasn't convincing, I wouldn't have achieved today's results," Saskia continued, her gaze firm.
The female lawyer seemed intimidated by Saskia's confidence and bit her lip.
At this moment, a senior lawyer stepped up and pulled her aside. "Enough, don't embarrass yourself."
Saskia smiled confidently, waved to the crowd, and left the venue.
With this competition over, she advanced to the semifinals and immediately began preparing.
Meanwhile, Nathaniel was also taking action.
Nathaniel now wanted to give everything he had to Saskia.
He loved Saskia, wanted to treat her well, and wanted to make up for her.
He was now between two places: work and home.
He even started learning from Oscar, which everyone teased him about.
Especially Quincy.
"One fever, a minor injury, and Nathaniel was so excited he wanted me to move all the hospital equipment over. Learning from Oscar? Are you trying to replicate our old Oscar?"
"When did Oscar become old Oscar?" James asked, puzzled.
They rarely referred to Oscar that way.
Quincy snorted, "He's already a father of two. Isn't that old?" Nathaniel gathered everyone together, not to hear Quincy's and James's teasing.
He had one thought: to learn from Oscar.
"Enough, I want to hear Oscar's advice. I'm feeling a bit lost," Nathaniel said.
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