The Lawyer Tries to Regain Control
The lawyer tried to regain control of the situation by redirecting the conversation. He raised his hands, attempting to soothe the rising tempers.
Maren listened carefully, noting how he positioned himself as the mediator despite the chaos that chaos had ensued.
“Let’s focus on finding a resolution,” he urged, looking between Chase and Maren. It was a desperate plea, but the heated emotions in the room made it evident that the path forward would not be simple.
The stakes felt as high as ever.