𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐚 𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐞 || 𝐒𝐞𝐨𝐤𝐬𝐨𝐨

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞

The day had arrived, draped in the weight of impending judgment and moral conflict. Seokmin stood outside the courtroom, his thoughts consumed by the gravity of the trial ahead. As he prepared to face Joshua, the notorious mafia figure, he couldn't shake off the unease that gripped his heart.

Inside the courtroom, Joshua made his entrance with an air of calculated confidence. His steps echoed with arrogance, each one a deliberate stride towards asserting his dominance over the proceedings. His face bore a twisted smile, a blend of cruelty and false charm, as he scanned the room.

Seokmin's attorney, a tall and composed figure, stood beside him with an unreadable expression. He held onto his files tightly, a shield against the looming presence of Joshua. The atmosphere around them grew tense as Joshua approached.

"Hello, Mr. Lawyer!" Joshua greeted cheerfully, his tone at odds with the menacing aura he exuded. His eyes glinted with a mix of amusement and intimidation.

The attorney's face contorted subtly, betraying a complex swirl of emotions—disgust, resentment, and perhaps a hint of fear. He remained silent, refusing to engage with Joshua's facade.

"Aww, didn't your parents teach you to greet back if someone greets you?" Joshua teased, his voice laced with mockery as he observed the attorney's stoic demeanor.

Beside the attorney, Seokmin watched the exchange with a mixture of concern and determination. He knew the stakes were high, not just for himself but for his son's future. The presence of Joshua, with his veiled threats and ominous presence, only added to the weight of responsibility Seokmin felt.

Joshua's gaze then fell upon the tall man standing beside the attorney, a fellow lawyer, who had been silently observing the interaction. His stare was intense, his expression unreadable—a stark contrast to Joshua's flamboyant demeanor.

Joshua smirked, amused by the silent scrutiny. "Who must this handsome be?" he quipped, stepping closer to the tall lawyer and poking his chest(Samantha and Rachel) playfully, though the underlying threat was palpable.

The tall lawyer's disgust was evident as he recoiled from Joshua's touch, a clear sign of his disdain for the mafia boss and everything he represented.

"Aww, you guys are ignoring me," Joshua remarked casually, though his eyes glinted with a cold determination.

Suddenly, the court proceedings began, signaling the start of the trial. Joshua's demeanor shifted subtly, his smile widening with a sense of anticipation.

"Oh, there it goes," Joshua remarked casually, his eyes fixated on the tall attorney. He leaned closer, pulling the lawyer down slightly and whispering with chilling clarity, "If you don't win this case, say goodbye to your nephew."

The attorney's eyes widened briefly in shock before he pushed Joshua away, muttering something under his breath. His expression hardened, fueled by a newfound resolve to confront the challenge ahead.

Seokmin, observing the scene unfold, felt a surge of determination within him. He steeled himself for what lay ahead, knowing that the battle in the courtroom would test not only his legal skills but also his moral compass.

With a deep breath, Seokmin followed his attorney into the trial room, where justice awaited its verdict amidst the clash of wills and the weight of consequences.

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