Inside the factory office.
Lorne looked at Lawyer Jurgen, who was carefully reviewing the acquisition contract beside him, and asked, "How does it look? Are there any problems with the contract?"
"There are a few minor issues in the details that could pose legal risks. But rest assured, I can handle them all and will correct them in the final version." Lawyer Jurgen looked up from the contract, adjusted the gold-rimmed glasses on his nose, and turned to his employer.
"Is something on your mind, Mr. Scott?" He sensed that his employer had something else to say.
"Lawyer Jurgen, would you be interested in becoming my personal legal adviser?" Lorne suddenly extended an invitation.
"Legal adviser?" Jurgen was a little surprised.
"That's right. After working with you these past few days, I've been very satisfied with both your professional expertise and your attitude toward your work," Lorne affirmed. "As my businesses gradually expand, I'm bound to face more legal issues, and more complicated ones. A legal professional as knowledgeable and meticulous as you is exactly what I need."
He added an explanation to ease the other man's concerns. "You wouldn't need to work in my office full-time. You could take it on alongside your other work, providing advice and assistance whenever I need legal services."
"Thank you for your appreciation and your invitation," Jurgen replied cautiously after a moment's thought. "However, I'll need to give this serious consideration. I've accumulated quite a backlog of cases recently, and I'm afraid I can't spare enough time and energy to take on a long-term advisory role just yet."
His words suggested a polite refusal, though he left some room for reconsideration.
A hint of disappointment crept into Lorne's voice, but he quickly recovered and took the opportunity to change the subject. "By the