Los Angeles Legendary Sleuth

Marriott Hotel, Room 712.

Danny Carter sat on the sofa, the coffee table cleared of all alcohol and cigarettes.

On the adjacent sofa sat a black woman with short hair, scrutinizing Danny Carter with an assessing look, "Danny, have you been following the news these last few days?"

"Yes, Attorney Jarvis."

"Then you should be aware that the online public opinion is quite unfavorable to you, and it has even impacted the entire Rams team.

I cannot just sit by; this issue must be resolved promptly. If we let it continue, your career will be affected too."

Danny Carter spread his hands, "Then go handle it. Aren't you the professional lawyers? Why tell me?"

"You're right, I will handle it, but before that, we need to communicate properly. A lawyer and client must reach an agreement to perfectly resolve an issue."

"Communicate what?"

"Settlement."

"What settlement?"

"We could proactively reach a settlement with Billie Warwick."

"Why would we settle?"

"Because we need to calm this matter quickly. You should understand that being in the news all day is not good for you.

You can't go anywhere but the hotel now. Only by resolving this quickly can you return to normal life, leave this room, train, and reunite with your family.

Settlement is the fastest way to calm this matter."

Danny Carter chuckled lightly, "How would we settle?"

"The reason they reported to the police is simply to get compensation, to take some money from you. If we agree to pay her some compensation, I believe she would agree to settle."

The smile on Danny Carter's face gradually hardened, "I'll say it again, I didn't force her. Our playing poker was entirely consensual.

If I pay the settlement now for a settlement, what will others think of me? What would fans think?

Look, this guy feels guilty, he must be a rapist.

I don't want that.

I didn't do it, I have a clear conscience."

"Danny, you're a good guy, I know you wouldn't do anything illegal.

But many things… cannot be resolved impulsively.

For this moment of pride, you might ruin your career, and it could even affect the reputation of the entire Rams team.

Mr. Kroenke also hopes this matter would end soon; the Rams need you."

"So, you are here today because Mr. Kroenke wants it?"

"Danny, I'm looking out for you. You have a promising future ahead and shouldn't waste time on things like this.

If you agree, I am confident that I can negotiate the settlement amount to the lowest possible figure."

Danny Carter stroked his chin, pondering for a while, "How much?"

"Two million US Dollars."

"Do you think two million US Dollars is a small amount?

Many people can't earn that in a lifetime, I just did it with her once, for a few minutes, and now I have to compensate her millions...

I can't accept that."

"You're right, many people can't earn two million US Dollars in their lifetime, but you're not an ordinary person; you're a football star, and two million US Dollars is merely a month's salary for you.

To use a month's salary to avoid a prison sentence and save your career, I think most people would know how to choose.

What do you think?"

Danny Carter fell silent for a while, then said, "Attorney Jarvis, I need some time to think."

"Are you unsatisfied with the compensation amount?"

"No, it's not just about the money; I don't want to carry the reputation of a rapist for life.

I want my innocence and justice."

"Come on, you're young now, give it a few years and you'll see, these things really don't matter.

Many sports stars have faced similar situations, and choosing to settle to preserve their careers is the best choice.

Many cases have proven it to be an iron law."

Danny Carter helplessly said, "Please give me some more time."

The black female lawyer stood up, "You better decide soon.

Mr. Kroenke is losing his patience; he might call you at any moment...

You should know how much he cares for the Rams team; no one who affects the team's image will be spared."

Danny Carter asked, "Does Mr. Kroenke also want me to settle?"

"Not just Mr. Kroenke, it's the desire of the whole Rams team because this matter has already affected the team's training.

Danny, be smart." The black female lawyer dropped those words and left the hotel room.

Danny Carter showed an angry expression, waving his arm, "Kroenke, the Rams team...

Fuck!

Whose lawyer are you?"

...

Noon.

Daisy invites Luke to lunch.

Luke felt like having Chinese, so he chose a Chinese restaurant with good reviews.

After Luke ordered the meals, he opened a bottle of Wuliangye and poured himself a glass, "Want some?"

"No, I still have work this afternoon."

Luke smiled, "Are you implying I lack professionalism?"

"Quite the contrary, I sort of envy your relaxed work attitude."

Luke took a sip of his drink, contentedly saying, "You could do it too."

"I wish I could, but... I can't."

"How come you have time to meet me for lunch today?"

The waiter brought over a dish, and Luke glanced at it—it was lamb strips, and after tasting it, he found the flavor quite good.

"This morning, Danny Carter called me and complained for half an hour."