Naomi helped her distinguish facts from opinions, and reminded her not to promise that every case would resolve the way hers had.

On the morning of the event she nearly canceled.

Her hands trembled as she unfolded her notes.

Twelve people sat before her in ordinary folding chairs, some in work uniforms, others with notebooks balanced on their knees.

“I worked hard for eleven years,” Clara began.

“I thought that being loyal would be enough to protect me.

I learned that even a good reputation needs a fair process when someone makes an accusation.”

She spoke about keeping pay records, asking for written explanations, and getting qualified help instead of assuming a summons meant the worst outcome was inevitable.