Chapter 1061: Chapter 1061: Will Not Lose (Part 1) Chapter 1061: Chapter 1061: Will Not Lose (Part 1) Purple Summers stayed in the library until evening.

She looked up some legal cases related to gambling, specifically researched Pearlpoint City’s historical context, the ups and downs of the domestic gambling industry, and personal lawsuits against corporations, among a pile of miscellaneous books and resources.

Unable to cover everything in one day, she methodically noted down the book numbers, planning to return home and continue reading through the library’s online client system.

The prosecution’s strategy would likely be based on two points: one, how evil gambling is, and two, how much Oscar Smith’s family has suffered.

The former stirs animosity, while the latter elicits sympathy and pity.

Therefore, the prosecution was certain to have Oscar Smith’s wife testify, playing heavily on the heartstrings.

What about Oscar Smith’s daughter?… No, Oscar Smith’s daughter was only five years old, and cross-examining a five-year-old girl would definitely annoy the jury.

Purple Summers concentrated her thoughts and, considering the protection of minors, she felt the judge would likely not agree to subject a five-year-old child to questioning.

So, what cards did the prosecution have left to play?

As she pondered, a shadow cast over her, and Purple Summers looked up to see Victoria Morrison standing expressionlessly in front of her.

Victoria Morrison also held a few books, as though she had come to the library to do research as well.

Her gaze settled on the stack of books next to Purple Summers, noting the mention of gambling in the titles, revealing a cold, faint smile: “How does it feel to defend evil-doers?”

Purple Summers lowered her eyes to glance at the books beside her and at the book numbers she was currently noting, silent for a moment.

To the public eye, Alexander Summers was indeed an archvillain.

She looked up, facing Victoria Morrison again: “How about you? Standing on the side of righteousness must feel quite satisfying, I assume?”

Victoria Morrison was slightly startled.

“I, too, favor the side of justice, and if possible, I would want to be on that side forever.” Purple Summers said, “That way, I can openly condemn and admonish the adversary without burden, and if they retaliate, I can raise the banner of righteousness, like a shield of exemption that can block their attacks, as well as conceal my own cowardice, ugliness, and meanness… all the misconduct.”

Purple Summers curled her lips into a cold smile: “But, unfortunately, justice is a luxury, and no one can stand there forever. Most people pretend to have a moral high ground, and while attacking others, they also satisfy themselves, just like you are doing right now.”

Victoria Morrison’s complexion darkened, with her lips tightly drawn.

Purple Summers paid her no more attention, and started organizing the books on the table, putting each one back on the shelves.

She was no saint.

She was a person. And as a person, she had her own entities to defend.

Even though Alexander Summers was a villain, they were husband and wife, and spouses should bear responsibilities together!

At that moment, a pamphlet was extended towards her.

She was slightly surprised, looking up at Victoria Morrison.

“This is the policy approval document of the Pearlpoint City government for the legalization of the gambling industry; take a look, it might be useful.” Victoria Morrison’s expression remained indifferent, her indifference even tinged with loathing, “Purple Summers Simonson, I really dislike you, but if you lose… if you lose to those people online, I’ll hate you even more!”

Purple Summers took the pamphlet, her fingers involuntarily tightening.

“Thank you,” she said softly, “I won’t lose.”

Victoria Morrison gave her a long look, then turned and left.

Purple Summers watched her receding figure, still so petite, with a straight back and steady step that nevertheless seemed weighted down.

“I won’t lose,” Purple Summers murmured again.