Meeting Mars

As much time as I do have to waste and believe me it's a damn lot, I'm not going to do it telling a stranger about my past...especially when I'm not gaining a single worthwhile...thing."
"...But, how about...um, how about a lawyer to help appeal your case?"
"Been there."
"Go talk to her. Melanie," he grimaced at the sour taste her name left on his lips, "She has all kinds of interesting fake stories that'd make an excellent blockbuster."