Chapitre 43: Chapter 42: The Law Firm (Edited!)
I watch as the rocket is launched from the SpaceX site, carrying the payload of my 100 micro-satellites.
It took me 3-4 days to complete the work, including the satellites and the Bio-probes. This was due to the paperwork and meetings that demanded my attention, along with the necessary debugging required when testing their effects with Shuri.
There was also a phone call from a scared Patricia, where she spoke to me about her recent changes of gaining red cat ears and a tail, so I had to personally meet with her to verify and placate her concerns and bring her back to Watson Tower for a thorough checkup.
Still I had organised this rocket launch in advance to ensure that the satellites could be made functional quickly. Additionally, the Bio-probes were also transported into the Ghostwing.
Unfortunately, I currently only have one such jet under my command, and I have entrusted Bobbi with it. She will be the one to fly it to the dead zones—areas without satellite imagery—once the Swarm is fully functional.
"This will work, right?" Pepper asks, her hopeful eyes fixed on the rocket ascending into space.
"Definitely," I respond, taking her hand and squeezing it reassuringly.
"I believe in you, Luke, it's just... it has been six days already," Pepper says, her voice cracking with emotion.
"I know, but we have to stay strong. It is just a matter of time now," I reply, pulling her into a comforting side hug.
"Mmm," she hums, resting her head on my shoulder, tears glistening in her eyes.
After leaving the launch site, I bid farewell to Pepper, who seemed in a better mood, especially after I had temporarily given her access to the satellite imagery so she could stay updated with the search.
I also breathe a sigh of relief, with Pepper back in form, I will have a respite from the demands of running an international multi-billion dollar company. It sounds impressive on paper, but the reality is exhausting, especially with so many other matters needing my attention.
However, I am aware that Pepper will soon need a replacement, and unfortunately, there is no one currently with me who could take her place. I will have to start looking for someone soon.
Glancing at my watch, I notice it is still quite early in the morning—perhaps it is the perfect time to fulfil the promise I made to Cassie.
I board a flight back to New York and return to Watson Tower. Making my way to Basement 2, where Maggie was currently staying, I prepare to honour my commitment.
Maggie and Cassie had arrived at the tower, the very next day after Aunt Cass's party. Jemma then had taken a special interest in Cassie's case, and for the past four days, she has been administering special healing tonics to Cassie.
Initially developed for Cassandra, these tonics were designed to heal internal damage to the body to some extent. Now, they were being used to improve Cassie's overall health.
At my suggestion, Maggie had a heart-to-heart talk with Cassie about her condition. They embraced, shed tears, and reconciled, with Cassie apologizing for her previous behaviour.
I then disclosed my plan to assist Scott in being released from jail early. Cassie was overjoyed, while Maggie's reaction was more complex, though she still expressed gratitude towards me.
Yesterday, Jemma administered the last dose, and today I had promised to take them to the law firm.
After greeting the already prepared mother and daughter, I lead them to my car, taking the driver's seat.
"Are you sure you are feeling okay?" Maggie asks her daughter Cassie.
"Yes, Mom! You have asked me that four times already. Dr. Jemma said there is no risk to my heart for some months since the healing dose has started working on some of the damage already," Cassie replies casually. "And I was fine before too, so don't worry so much." She adds placing her hand on her mother's, reassuring her.
"Alright, I am still just a bit worried," Maggie admits with a helpless smile, lovingly caressing her daughter's face.
I glance at the scene unfolding in the backseat through the car's mirror and smile. I had discussed various treatment options with Maggie to help Cassie, but she hadn't yet made a decision.
"Luke, can these lawyers help Dad get out of prison?" Cassie asks, trying to divert from the embarrassing conversation.
"Scott's case is tricky, especially since the court has already found him guilty with clear evidence against him and there is also a major company involved. Most lawyers wouldn't even touch this case," I admit frankly.
"If it's too difficult... maybe you should just leave it," Maggie suggests, looking at me.
Cassie's pitiful expression catches my eye in the mirror.
"Don't worry, we will give these lawyers a shot first. I know for a fact they won't shy away from such a case. And if that doesn't work, there is always the other option I mentioned," I assure them, winking at Cassie through the mirror.
Cassie blushes, remembering her first kiss and how Luke had remarked that her kiss was worth at least a million dollars.
Maggie glances questioningly at Cassie, but Cassie just stares out of the window, ignoring her mother's inquisitive look.
"This doesn't seem like a good part of town," Cassie remarks, observing their surroundings.
"This is Hell's Kitchen. Is the firm located in such a rundown place?" Maggie asks, turning to me for reassurance.
"It is a new law firm, but they are very skilled at what they do, trust me," I reply with a wry smile.
I also take a moment to survey the area. It didn't appear as rundown to me; it was just that New Yorkers often held a perception of Hell's Kitchen as a place where crime was rampant, which deterred most upscale and good Samaritans from visiting.
My car stops underneath a red brick building.
"It is just here in this building," I announce with a smile as both Maggie and Cassie follow behind me up the stairs.
"Are you having trouble walking the stairs, Cassie?" Maggie inquires as they climb.
"I am fine, Mom. I think I can even run for a long time now," Cassie replies cheerfully.
"No, the doctor said that you should let the medicine work for a few days before any strenuous activity," Maggie warns sternly.
"Yes, I remember, Mom," Cassie replies, glancing back at me with a sigh.
Just as we were climbing the stairs, I caught the sound of a woman's quiet sobbing voice.
"They killed him … because of me, and he had a family … a little boy," the woman says, her voice breaking with tears.
"I think we have company," a man's voice interjects and it interrupts the woman's dialogue.
I have just reached the floor where the voice was coming from, and I see a glass door on the left with a paper sign reading 'Nelson and Murdock'
Before I could even knock, the door swings open, revealing a man standing before me.
"Can I help you with something?" He asks looking at me with a smile.
I am momentarily taken aback by his sudden appearance. Although he was smiling, his body language suggested he was ready to defend himself at a moment's notice.
I can guess why his demeanour is so alert. As he is no ordinary man; he is Matt Murdock, a simple lawyer by day but a vigilante by night—the man without fear, the Daredevil!
But I am certain he has only recently begun his nightly activities, so he is neither the Devil of Hell's Kitchen nor the Daredevil yet.
He must have 'heard' us approaching since he is blind. Similar to Jessica's case, his eyes were splashed by radioactive substances when he was young .... an accident incurred while saving an old man from a truck. Though he lost his sight that day, he gained Superhuman Senses.
So I am certain he is reacting defensively because of me, although I am not sure how I could be perceived as a threat by him.
"We are here to find a law firm," Maggie says from behind me as Cassie also joins her.
Seeing them, Matt's demeanour relaxes slightly.
"Wow, are they clients?" The door opens fully, and another person comes out.
"Hello, I am Foggy Nelson, and this is my friend Matt Murdock. You've come to the right place; this is Nelson and Murdock's law firm. Please, come right inside," Foggy says, greeting us with a welcoming smile while inviting us all inside.
Matt stays silent as we all enter, with him going inside last.
Inside, I see a blonde woman seated on a chair, holding a cup of coffee in her hands, tears evident in her eyes.
She is Karen Page, who I know of as a future girlfriend of Daredevil's. Given her presence here and her current state, I deduce that she appears to be in some serious trouble.
"This is our client, Miss Karen Page. We are helping her with some... uh, legal troubles," Foggy introduces the woman as we all entered.
Karen looks up and her eyes widen when she sees me.
"Lucas Watson?" she exclaims in surprise, as she hurriedly wipes her tears away.
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