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The new junior who suddenly joined our law firm wanted to look like some kind of genius prodigy, so she insisted on handling a court defense to prove herself. But the moment the opposing lawyer started questioning her, she froze in panic and completely lost control. Within minutes, the whole case fell apart. When the verdict came down, she ran straight into my fiancé's arms, sobbing, "That lawyer was so mean. It was my first time in court. I got nervous." Because of her screw-up, our innocent client ended up behind bars. Instead of holding her accountable, my fiancé and my other junior comforted her, "Don't cry, not every case can be won! You're so smart. Next time, you'll do great." I couldn't take it anymore. I said, "The courtroom isn't your playground. It's where we fight for truth and justice. Your mistake sent an innocent person to jail. How can you live with that?" She burst into tears again, acting like I'd bullied her, acting like she wanted to die. They then twisted everything around and made me the scapegoat. I was forced to resign and my lawyer's license on the verge of being revoked. Helpless and in despair, I stepped into the street and got hit by a car. When I opened my eyes again, it was the morning of that trial.