"I'm not ashamed, but I do get tired of being treated like a commodity. I thought becoming a lawyer might finally earn me some respect."
"That's why you want to be a lawyer? Honey, I don't think there are many professions that are less respected than lawyers."
"Respect is part of it. I really just want to help people. Protect them from all the bad things that happen in the world."
Myrna chuckled. "You're more like Sed than I realized."
Jessica pulled a face. "Really? I don't see it."
"There are a lot of careers that help people. No one said you have to become a lawyer. You are allowed to change your mind."
Jessica's shoulders suddenly felt lighter. She hadn't realized how much the thought of going back to that school was weighing her down. "I am?"
"Why not?"
Yeah, why not?
"The guys are set to go onstage in a few minutes. Are you ready to go?"
