"And once you lose the case, you won't get a single US dollar."
Robbin Will said, "The outcome of a lawsuit isn't just about the result.
Danny Carter did have a relationship with my client, and that fact has caused certain troubles for my client.
Filing this lawsuit was not my client's first intention; she was simply seeking justice.
Being involved in a lawsuit isn't a matter of glory, and my client has also received a lot of attention and criticism, which has caused her tremendous pressure.
Moreover, your client Danny Carter is an athlete with an annual salary exceeding twenty million US dollars, earning over fifty thousand US dollars a day. Yet you now wish to dismiss my client with just fifty thousand dollars, isn't that somewhat disrespectful?
I believe that if the lawsuit drags on, the impact and losses suffered by your client will far exceed those of my client."
Daisy said, "I don't deny there is some impact, but my client values more than just money. He simply cannot accept being blackmailed.
He and your client engaged in a voluntary relationship, which was originally a wonderful encounter.
Now your client is demanding money, how is that different from a streetwalker?
A streetwalker asks for two hundred US dollars, while your client wants two million US dollars, which is ten thousand times more.
This is no longer about the money, my client can't swallow this pill.
If you continue to make exorbitant demands, my client would rather be affected and win the lawsuit than give you a cent."
Billie Worry showed a nervous look. The situation had developed to this point, and if it really came to a court defeat, she would be completely ruined—not only would she not get the money, but her boyfriend would kick her out as well.
Robbin Will's face remained impassive, but inside he was also somewhat uneasy.
Billie Worry was out of money now, and he could only get paid if the lawsuit was won or a settlement reached. A courtroom defeat would also affect his interests.
Robbin Will whispered to Billie Worry for a bit, then raised their asking price again, "To show our sincerity in settlement, we are willing to lower the compensation to five hundred thousand US dollars."
Daisy said, "One hundred thousand."
"That's too little. That's just two days' worth of Danny Carter's salary. Your client can't swallow this pill, neither does my client want to be insulted."
Daisy laughed, "You're right, that amount is only my client's income for two days.
But, it's your client's income for two years.
Why should we measure the compensation based on my client's income?
I think it's more appropriate to consider your client's income.
Two years of income is already quite a bit."
Robbin Will didn't accept this argument and continued to bid, "We are willing to go down another hundred thousand US dollars, four hundred thousand is our final offer."
Daisy said, "One hundred and fifty thousand US dollars, that's the highest we can go."
Billie Worry clenched her hands tightly, looking over at Robbin Will.
Robbin Will made another offer, "Three hundred thousand US dollars, absolutely no lower."
Daisy said, "One hundred and eighty thousand US dollars."
Robbin Will stood up and waved his hand, "We have shown enough sincerity, compressing the compensation to a very low amount.
But you haven't shown enough sincerity, and I think there's no need for further discussion."
"Billie, we should go." Robbin Will made a move as if to leave.
At this moment, the mediator Mikita George stood up and urged, "Robbin, don't rush off.
I think the compensation amount is already quite close. If both sides take a step back, a settlement can be reached."
Robbin Will said, "Attorney George, I'm willing to give you this respect, but clearly the opposing lawyer lacks sincerity."
Mikita George looked at Daisy, "Attorney Ellis."
Daisy pretended to be in a difficult position, "I... It's not that I lack sincerity, it's just that my client is quite adamant.
He feels that Ms. Billie Worry is slandering him, extorting him, and that makes him very angry.
Two hundred thousand US dollars, that's the highest we can go.
If you're still not satisfied, then we'll have to see each other in court." Daisy also began packing her things.
Mikita George then turned to the other side, "Robbin, it's your turn."
"I need to discuss it with my client." Robbin Will pulled Billie Worry aside, and the two conversed in low tones.
After a while, Robbin Will came forward, looked at Daisy, and then said to Mikita George,
Billie Worry sighed silently; she couldn't afford to lose.
Mikita George smiled, "OK, mediation has been successfully concluded.
Congratulations to you both."
Seeing the other side agree, Daisy also breathed a sigh of relief. Two hundred thousand US dollars might be an astronomical figure for ordinary people, but for Danny Carter, it was only four days' salary. Settling this case with four days' salary was quite a bargain.
Although, with the evidence they had, the chances of Danny Carter winning the case were very high, as long as the case remained unresolved, it would continue to have a negative impact on Danny Carter, with losses far exceeding two hundred thousand US dollars.
Further more, trying to push the price down further was unrealistic. The other lawyer wasn't a fool and knew very well the negative impact this case would have on Danny Carter. If Daisy pushed the price so low that the other side couldn't even cover their attorney fees, they definitely wouldn't let it go.
Therefore, paying two hundred thousand US dollars for a win-win situation was beneficial for everyone.
Luke was quite satisfied with the outcome as well. According to Danny, he would put up one million US dollars for the case. After taking out the two hundred thousand US dollars compensation, there would still be eight hundred thousand left. Danny would take half, and Luke and Daisy would split the remaining half.
That meant Luke could earn two hundred thousand US dollars in fees.
Twenty thousand US dollars coming in, plus gaining an informer, no matter how you look at it, the deal was worth it.
With the settlement reached, the judge signed the settlement agreement, and this nationwide sensation, the case of the football star's strength, was also resolved.
That evening, Luke and Daisy went to the Beverly Hills Four Seasons Hotel to celebrate, savoring Michelin-starred meals, enjoying spa treatments, and having an unforgettable night...