Third Person's POV
Adelaide sat knitting a sweater and glanced at the letter. "You've not only cleared yourself from this case, but you're also getting to the truth. It's a win-win situation," she remarked.
Lance watched her needles fly, gradually shaping a duck.
After a moment, he said, "It's more than a win-win. It's a triple gain. Now everyone knows I insisted on a retrial, and not just any retrial—a special commissioner's retrial. Someone's trying to take me down, but I'll use their scheme to boost my public support and leave them seething."
Adelaide smiled gently and returned to her knitting.
Curious, Lance asked, "Who's the duck for?"
"It's for Melinda's baby—a little sweater. As an aunt, I should show some affection," she replied.
Lance frowned. "The thought's sweet, but buyi
