Summary
A lawyer named Sean Brightman engages in a cryptic conversation with a client who is concerned about the cost of legal services.
Abstract
The scene unfolds with a client visibly uncomfortable, questioning how he can afford the services of Sean Brightman, a seasoned lawyer. Brightman responds with a playful jab, differentiating his profession from that of an accountant, suggesting the client focus on the value of his legal expertise rather than the cost. The author, Thomas Mullen, a former Abraham Lincoln impersonator turned short fiction writer, invites readers to explore more of his work, including a piece titled "Lost Orisons," which is teased with a tantalizing quote and an accompanying image.
Opinions
- The client's discomfort suggests skepticism about the affordability or perceived value of legal services.
- Sean Brightman's light-hearted response indicates a confidence in his professional worth and a subtle reminder of the importance of legal representation.
- The author's background as a reformed Abraham Lincoln impersonator hints at a unique perspective and voice in his storytelling.
- The inclusion of a link to another story, "Lost Orisons," with a dramatic quote and image, implies a thematic connection and a marketing strategy to engage readers further into the author's body of work.
