After divorce, Ex-wife Revealed Identities
Chapter 751

Chapter 751

Katie was feeling a bit down, "Maybe my sister-in-law really dislikesme! After all, since my debut, I haven't had many works, and theinternet users keep comparing me to my sister-in-law, saying things likemy sister-in-law has made significant contributions to the conglomerate,she's elegant and graceful, and she's perfect in every way!"

“I'm the only one who's not good enough. I'm really tired of this lifewhere people constantly compare me to my sister-in-law."

"Aren't I young? Aren't I pretty?"

"My sister-in-law is almost forty, and I can't even measure up to thisolder woman?"

Katie vented her frustrations, directing all her anger at Kareem.

The more she thought about it, the less she understood why shecouldn't surpass Carolyn.

Kareem got up, poured her a glass of water, and handed it to her."Katie, you are unique, you are the most special. Don't forget, you arethe little princess of the Mcguire family."

Katie held the glass with both hands and grew angrier the more shethought about it. "But the internet users will just insult me! Why do theylike my sister-in-law so much?"

Kareem looked at her gently, like a caring older brother. "Your sister-in-law is an outsider after all; we are siblings with blood ties. Katie,sometimes you can't trust others too much, you know?"

Katie felt uncomfortable hearing Kareem's words. "But my sister-in-lawis always good to me. It's just that internet users like to meddle andcompare.”

"No matter how good she is to you, there's no blood relationship. Don'tyou know there's something called a “trolls’ in this world?" Kareemopened his phone and accessed the Twitter interface.

“Look at these comments, especially those criticizing you. They don'tseem like genuine internet users.”

"But... who would pay for a “trolls’ just to insult me?" Katie looked at theprofiles Kareem had opened, starting to see the sense in Kareem'swords.

"Who benefits from it? That's who paid for it. Can't you figure this out?"Kareem sighed, looking tired. "Our Mcguire family is a large andthriving business. There will always be people wanting to embezzle,line their pockets. Lukas is no longer here. Do they have to kick me andyou out too for her to feel at ease?"

Katie stared at Kareem in shock. "Kareem... are you saying that mysister-in-law is the one who bought the “trolls’ to insult me and tarnishmy reputation?"

Kareem quickly covered her mouth, looking around cautiously, as ifafraid someone might overhear. "Don't speak so loudly. I didn't say itwas your sister-in-law."

Katie widened her eyes, looking at him. "Sob, sob, sob..."

Kareem released her mouth after ensuring no one was eavesdropping."Don't jump to conclusions, okay? Now, with Uncle getting older andyour sister-in-law in power, be careful not to say this loudly. We mightboth be in deep trouble if she overhears.”

Although Kareem didn't confirm it, Katie had already made up her mindthat Carolyn was the one behind the “trolls attacks.

She felt upset. She had always respected Carolyn, and Carolyn hadshown a lot of affection toward her, but it had all been a facade.

This hypocritical woman.

"So, what should we do now?"

"What else can we do? Be cautious, bide your time. When the daycomes for you to become the sole heir, that'll be our goldenopportunity.” Kareem whispered, "Haven't you noticed how she fiercelyprotects her brother? Why doesn't she protect you?"

"Good point." Katie, who had been swayed by Kareem's words, was nolonger as respectful and affectionate toward Carolyn. She sighed infrustration. "The Mcguire family has treated her well, and yet she's soharsh with me."

"Alright, my dear Katie, my lovely little sister. For now, focus on makingyour mark in the entertainment industry. Then, when the time is right,you can study and develop yourself, and make sure to influence Uncleto announce the heir soon. It would be great if you become the heir.We'll have good days ahead." Kareem continued to manipulate Katie,and she was seething with anger.

"People are so two-faced! I'm so furious!"

"Katie, you're just too honest, too pure. That's why she played you likea fiddle. I'm doing everything for your own good," Kareem said withconcern. "In the future, you have to be more careful, okay?"

"Kareem, don't worry,” Katie nodded, her eyes filled with anger.

"Don't be so naive, showing everything on your face. Don't lose yourtemper when you see her tomorrow, act just like you used to, youknow?" Kareem quietly advised Katie. "She's a very shrewd woman.Don't let her see through you. If she does, how are we going to turnthings around?"

Katie looked at Kareem admiringly. "Kareem, you're really something.I'm so lucky to have you in the family. I wouldn't even know who trulycares about me."

"Alright, my naive little sister, go back to your room and get somesleep.”

Kareem had achieved his goal and was now urging her to return to herroom.

"Okay, good night."

Katie turned and left.

Watching her retreating figure, Kareem's face displayed a hint ofdisdain. Katie was just a pawn. He hoped she could be a good one.Today was Cody's court date, and Franklin had risen early. Sylviafollowed suit. After double-checking the case documents, the two ofthem headed to the courthouse.

The atmosphere was extremely solemn.

When Cody was brought in, almost everyone's eyes were on him. Heappeared worn and considerably thinner.

Brayden, Sylvia, and Jenna sat together in the public gallery, silentlywatching Cody's figure, their eyes slightly teary.

There were some media people around, and when they saw Franklintaking the defense lawyer's seat, they were somewhat surprised.

"I heard the once-celebrated Lawyer Maskelyne, who shocked Urgford,is back."

"Could it be Franklin?"

"So young?"

"Oh my! Can Cody really get away with this?"

"With all the evidence against him, he probably won't get away with it,right?"

Jasper whispered to Sylvia, "Miss Andrews, the news about MasterFranklin's comeback is trending.”

Sylvia: "..."

Previously, she had gone viral like crazy, and now it was Franklintrending. She found it a bit unusual.

She took out her phone and checked Twitter, replaceing the trending topicabout Franklin.

#Lawyer Maskelyne Returns to the Scene

Clicking into it, she saw pictures of Franklin and the photos from thecourtroom today. The reporters were quick.

"These people..." Sylvia was speechless. "They probably didn't expectthat Franklin is the high-priced lawyer."

She read the comments below, where netizens expressed disbelief thatMr. Maskelyne was a lawyer.

"How is that possible? Mr. Maskelyne only knows how to fly planes,right?"

"Still a lawyer? Isn't that a bit too much for The Wright family to savemoney?"

"They're definitely losing this case. The high-priced Lawyer Maskelyneis just a coincidence in the names."

“Yeah, how could it be the same person? This is just riding on thepopularity of the old Lawyer Maskelyne, right?"

"It feels like a publicity stunt.”

Sylvia scrolled through the comments for a while and then put herphone away. "These people don't believe he's a lawyer."

"Mr. Maskelyne will prove them wrong with his actions," Jasper saidconfidently.

In the following hours, everyone witnessed what it meant to beeloquent, and what it meant to have the hammer of evidence slam intoyour face.

Franklin stood there, tall and exceptionally handsome, hisexpressionless face radiating a powerful aura.

Every piece of evidence presented was well-founded and lawful.

The evidence previously used for the report couldn't withstand thisscrutiny.

With the evidence Sylvia and MI6 had gathered, Franklin systematicallycleared Cody's name of all accusations.

Cody, on the defendant's bench, looked at Franklin in disbelief. Theman he had thought of as a child was now putting in all his efforts tosave him. It was an incredible feeling.

Sylvia also watched Franklin, his resplendent beauty shining under thelights, radiating a brilliant aura.

She couldn't help but feel a flutter in her heart.

In his dark eyes gleamed determination, and his tall, commandingfigure exuded determination.

He was like a beacon in the crowd, impossible to look away from.Franklin's every movement and gesture exuded elegance, especiallyhis unruffled self-confidence, making him seem more like a nobleprince emerging from a royal castle than a lawyer.

Everyone had to bow to his voice, his evidence, his world!

He was the king of this courtroom, exuding an air of condescension andwild authority.

“I have presented my evidence. These are the documents for yourreview," Franklin said, submitting the files to the judge.

The judge, only now recovering from the captivating presentation ofevidence, hurriedly began to review the documents.

"We will deliberate with the jury. Please be patient,” the judgeannounced.

Waiting was excruciating. Each minute and second felt like an eternity.Brayden, in particular, clenched his fists tightly, and his palms weresweaty.

A soft, cool hand gently grasped his. He looked in surprise to replaceJenna, her fair hand covering his, her sweet voice saying, "Godfatherwill be fine."

Brayden's heart warmed, and he nodded firmly. "He will be."

In contrast to their anxiety, Franklin's face appeared much calmer.There was hardly any expression on his handsome face. He sat quietlyin his seat, hands clasped, exuding confidence, as if he was absolutelycertain this was a case he was destined to win.

Sylvia shifted her gaze away from him, looking to her right, where aseat was originally reserved for Mrs. Wright.

Her flight was delayed, and she didn't know if she had arrived inUrgford yet.

Even though Cody was handcuffed, he stood proudly as if he weren't adefendant but a resolute man.