Chapter 769
Chapter 769:
Brody was quick on his feet. He soon appeared, accompanied by a lawyer named Atticus Hayes.
Upon noticing Atticus, Yelena’s eyebrows shot up, her look toward Brody seeming to commend his choice of attorney.
Brody allowed himself a small smile at Yelena’s silent approval, then addressed Atticus, who was in casual attire and didn’t fit the typical lawyer stereotype. If judged solely on looks, one might underestimate Atticus.
Brody said, “Mr. Hayes, if you would p>
Atticus gave a nod to Brody, indicating he was briefed on the situation during their commute. A quick survey of the surroundings enabled Atticus to ascertain the identities of those present without further explanation.
Throwing his briefcase at Hana’s feet, Atticus rubbed his hands as if gearing up for a confrontation.
Hana’s frown deepened. Though slightly intimidated, she managed to hide her fear.
When Hana heard Yelena calling for lawyers, she assumed Yelena had enlisted some highly influential professionals. But… was this man really a lawyer?
Leaning casually against the wall, Atticus offered a sly grin. His gaze, piercing and sharp, fixed on Hana. He opted for a courteous yet firm tone.
“Miss Hana Morris, I must emphasize that an IOU is serious business. It stands as concrete evidence of your debt to Miss Lyla Santiago here, amounting to 168,137.50 dollars. By signing it, you accept this debt and the legal obligations that come with it. Should you attempt to evade or deny this obligation, be ready for p>
“Legal actions. In that case, we will gather all necessary evidence, including the receipts, Miss Santiago’s bank transfers, and even your phone records, to substantiate the claim. You might receive a summons to court where your assets could be seized, and you could be listed as a defaulter, severely affecting your credit and future transactions in society. Therefore, I advise you to acknowledge the reality, sign the IOU, and settle the debt as scheduled to fulfill your responsibilities p>
Staring back at Atticus, Hana felt somewhat overwhelmed.
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He had the air of a gangster, yet the words he spoke were surprisingly lawyer-like and seemed quite persuasive. Nevertheless…
Hana pondered the idea that even if she did sign the IOU, what then? She could simply flee or destroy the document later. There were numerous ways out.
Seemingly reading her thoughts, Atticus fixed her with a stern gaze and continued, “You’re quite the schemer, aren’t you? You’ve spent others’ money carelessly, and now you’re treating your creditor unfairly. Since you enjoyed spending the money, don’t hesitate to repay it. You can’t just revise or tear up the IOU whenever you please. If you try any tricks, you’ll deeply regret it. We will take this to court. I will reveal all your misdeeds and show everyone who you really are. Should it come to a lawsuit, your assets won’t even suffice to cover the legal fees p>
Hana’s eyes widened in shock. Atticus looked intimidating, a mix between a lawyer and a gangster. The sight almost left her breathless.
Hana hastily responded, “I’ll repay it. But I don’t have the funds right now. I’ll pay her as soon as I’m able. However, it’s too much for me to pay all at once. I need to make installment payments p>