I Fell For The Boy His Daddy Was A Bonus

Chapter 21: Hired 

Standing in front of the driveway, Scarlett studied her reflection through the glass windows of the Third Diamond Hotel. Seeing how professional she appeared to be, she smiled while turning to Kaleb. She said, “Thank you for the clothes.”

That day was Scarlett‘s interview at the Longhills and Hogans Associates, the best law firm in the city. So instead of going to Liam’s school, Scarlett would take a mode of private transport, arranged by the hotel.

“Good luck, kitten.” Kaleb leaned over and pecked on her lips. Then after, he winked at her and said,” Break a leg… and. You look great.”

“Are you guys married now? Can I call you mommy now?” The couple both turned to Liam, smirking in front of them, his arms crossed against his chest. 

Scarlett turned red at Liam‘s suggestion and Kaleb answered the boy, “Not yet, son, but as soon as Scarlett passes the board exams, we will make the arrangements.” 

Dumfounded, Scarlett turned to Kaleb, but he just chuckled at her, saying, “We talked about it last night.” 

“We did?” She asked, utterly bemused. 

Kaleb caressed his chin. He appeared to be digging through his brain, but eventually, he revealed, “You were sleeping back then, so you probably did not hear us agreeing to this.” 

Scarlett, “...” 

While Scarlett‘s eyes narrowed, Kaleb chuckled. He suggested, “You better leave now. You want to impress Jessica Hogans. I heard she is a lion.” 

***

Arriving at the Longhills and Hogans Associates, Scarlett was escorted to a receiving area on the second floor of the building. Several law students were there, lining up for the paralegal job interview. 

One by one, each applicant was called and despite arriving second amongst the interviewees, Scarlett was hailed last. When she entered the room, the human resource associate was already gathering her things. Scarlett winced and inquired, “Excuse me, I‘m here for the interview.” 

The lady responded, “Oh, I know. Scarlett Barnes. You will not get into this firm. Haven‘t you learned your lesson? Luca James blocked you from every other law firm. You may leave.” 

“Since when does Luca James have a say in every law firm? Isn‘t the James and Powel Law firm your competitor?” Scarlett reasoned, her hand turned into a fist at the interviewer. 

“Yes, but we don‘t want to associate with someone who has a criminal record,” announced the lady. 

what happened to the lines innocent until proven guilty?” Scarlett‘s voice could not help but raise. It had been over a year since the incident with Courtney and a little over eight months since she

for the truth and cast no judgment on those who were accused wrongly. I guess you are no different from the James

attorneys are n o match for us, and we certainly are not

dignified in a white

turning to the HR associate. “Care

nothing, Misses Hogans. This applicant hete failed the preliminary interview, but she refuses

Scarlett pointed out. “And she purposely called me last, made me wait for three hours despite arriving here for the interview second amongst ten

lying,” the

find out,”

“It‘s not that, Misses Hogans. Luca James banned her from entering any law

involved one Luca James,” Misses Hogans said. “Since when does Luca James dictate anything in my law firm? Have you forgotten which

hand. She said, “Follow me, young lady. I’m interested in getting to know you, especially

piss off the James and Powel Law Firm, then you might

Hogans volunteer to interview

*** 

What a scum!” Jessica Hogans remarked, watching Scarlet‘s viral video. ‘You were standing two square blocks away. There

including analyzing crime scenes. One of

followed that case till the very end. I thought you were familiar. You are Jessica Martin, the woman who put Manuel Perez behind

taking the case on pro bono and you really fought the Perezes,

name until I married my husband.” Jessica acknowledged. “Isabella’s parents weren‘t rich, and I had my reasons to defend those who did not have the power to

the court ruled against Manuel Perez, and that case was probably one of my biggest inspirations to become a lawyer. Imagine a new and young attorney winning over a veteran. Not only that, you made it possible for Isabella‘s family

because you followed that case, it doesn’t mean that I will hire you…

work. I functioned as a paralegal at the James and Powel Law Firm for four years while ! studied law. I am very organized and I take my cases at heart.” Scarlett described. “I know how important the job is and could very well make or break a case. Because, while lawyers face the court, the paralegals

technical questions next, testing how Scarlett would handle

Scarlett answered genuinely, all while highlighting her knowledge of

on taking the next licensure exam, Scarlett?”

Luca won’t try to block me

he’ll have to come face to face with one of our associates,” Jessica said before the corner of her lips twitched. “That

suggested. Her mouth fell agape as she tried to find the words to say, “Does that mean

so you know, I don’t do pro bonos