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Sandra Wagner-Wright
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Two Coins: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
Literature & Fiction
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Mr Gasper Doesn't Lose
Rev Hastie has a new defense witness, one he doesn't want - a person he forbids his defense team to use. But it's too late. The case has taken on a life of its own. Once it was about Miss Pigot and Rev Hastie. Now it's about Rev Hastie's barrister doing whatever is necessary to win, including ignoring his client's wishes. What disturbs Rev Hastie more? The fact that this testimony could destroy Miss Pigot's entire reputation and life, or the reality that he can't control his attorneys? Either way, it's a hard pill for him to swallow.
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Two Coins: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
“Out with it,” I say. “What did he see?”
“Mr. Fish saw Miss Pigot’s hand on Mr. Wilson’s private anatomy.”
“What! That’s not possible,” I say. “No. Never. Miss Pigot’s free with men, but I can’t believe she would do such a thing.”
“Nevertheless, Mr. Fish saw the action,” Mr. Geddes says.
I take my head into my hands. This cannot come out in open court. It will humiliate the entire Scottish mission, and I’ll be held accountable. I feel frantic and lift my head.
“You may not bring this up,” I say. “I forbid you.”
Mr. Geddes shrugs. “Mr. Gasper has his instructions already.”
“Countermand them,” I say. “This cannot go forward.”
“Mr. Gasper doesn’t lose cases. He has his instructions, and will act upon them,” Mr. Geddes says. “The only reason I mention the matter beforehand is to spare you the shock. Come, it’s time to go to court.”
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