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.

listened intently. "I'm sorry to hear about your sister's

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sighed, "Enima-hasn't sought help. She endured this for her son. She seems to think there is

colder as he talked. "I understand, Anya. We must prioritize Emma's safety. Do you have any evidence of the mistreatment?

a while; if there's any way we can help

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

stop by with her tomorrow;

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

little problem. Anya is not cooperating," he

to give your niece to me for a slot in the city bid happening soon. Do I need to help you convince her, too?" a cold voice said

since she is unwilling... maybe

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 asking is, if I send her over, keep

still caught it. Martin was going to hand her over by force. Hugo did not mind as long as Anya gave his family a

The next day,

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

answering, "I'll explain when we

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 asked why they were at a legal office. She had seen the

to answer.

let in. Anya knocked lightly before leading Emma in. Inside the office were Richard

for making time," Anya said the moment she walked

is Harry Kent. He will be taking this case with me. Please sit." Richard

preparing for

the entrance, despite Anya's urge to

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

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