MISTAKE 91

Chapter 91: preparing for divorce

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Anya was home when she suddenly recalled her sister's situation. She remembered hearing about Richard Madison, a senior from high school who led the chess club she was in. The other day, she had heard he was now a highly regarded divorce lawyer. According to them, he was not only entirely known in his field; he was in their city.

texted some friends from school and asked around for his information. After getting it,

she dialed his number.

"Richard, it's Anya Jones. We went to high school together."

Richard's warm voice came through the phone. "Anya, it's been long."

She could tell he was somewhat taken aback by her call. "Sorry, some friends from school said you have become a really good divorce lawyer, and I wanted to get your opinion on something,

she explained.

"Is this about your marriage?" he asked, his voice colder than she recalled. You will need to book an appointment. I usually don't take work off hours."

"No, it is about my sister Emma Jones. At the moment she goes by Emma Johnson," she said.

"Emma Johnson? I seem to have some time, so I'll summarize the details," he said after a

pause.

intently. "I'm sorry to hear about your sister's ordeal, Anya. We need to ensure her safety. Tell me

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She seems to think there is

to become colder as he talked. "I understand, Anya. We must prioritize Emma's safety. Do you have any evidence of the mistreatment? Text messages, photos, anything that could support

for a while; if there's any way

her. She needs to want to get out, or else I can do nothing. Anya. Let's

Richard. I will stop by with her tomorrow; please text me

that Anya wasn't like her sister, Emma. He only needed to show weakness, and Emma willingly wore

have a little problem. Anya is not

city bid happening soon. Do I need to

is unwilling... maybe

to be the devil of this story. Afraid he would end the call, Martin Jones panicked, a determined glint in his eyes. "Don't worry, Hugo. I've got everything under control. All I am

hand her over by force. Hugo did not mind as

The next day,

at a nearby park Waiting amidst the trees and soft sunlight, Anya glanced anxiously at her watch. Soon, Emma emerged, looking confused. "What's going on, Anya? You sounded mysterious on the phone," Emma questioned as they hailed a

explain when we arrive. It's

at a tall office building. Anya and Emma walked into the glossy modern building, and Anya stated her name and was directed to the twelfth floor to Richard's office. The atmosphere shifted as they stepped into the lobby, the polished floors echoing with their footsteps. Anya had Emma wait while she asked a receptionist for Richard's office. Soon, they were led to large oak doors. A secretary had them wait before informing Richard they were there. All the while, Emma

to answer.

lightly before leading

making time," Anya

taking this case with me. Please

preparing

despite Anya's urge to walk in. The moment she saw who it was, she was frozen in

rose from his desk to greet them. However, Emma's reaction was unexpected. She froze in the hallway, her eyes

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