Emma shifted her gaze to Steven, sitting just ahead of her at a table, Garrick Wright beside him. As though sensing her perusal, Steven shifted in his chair to look back at her, and to her utter amazement, he winked. She pursed her lips, amazed that he could take so serious a proceeding so lightly. He mimicked her dour expression, then turned to face the front of the courtroom again. The
Emma noticed Steven at the table ahead of her, sitting next to Garrick Wright. When she looked his way, he caught her gaze and surprisingly winked at her. This playful gesture left Emma astonished, particularly because it seemed inappropriate in such a serious courtroom setting. Despite the gravity of the situation, Steven appeared to take it lightly, leading her to wonder about his demeanor.
After winking, Steven mockingly imitated Emma's serious expression before returning his focus to the front of the courtroom. This lighthearted interaction amid a tense atmosphere highlighted the stark contrast between their personalities and brought a moment of levity to an otherwise solemn event.
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