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.

sister's arranged marriage to Charles, and the escalating mistreatment, Richard listened intently. "I'm sorry to hear about your sister's ordeal, Anya.

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endured this for her son. She seems to think there is no way out. But

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

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

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

by with her tomorrow; please text me the

at his phone as he made plans, realizing that Anya wasn't like her sister, Emma. He only needed to show weakness, and Emma willingly wore the wedding dress to help him out. Frustrated and angry, he dialed a number

we might have a little problem.

city bid happening soon. Do I need to

she is unwilling... maybe there

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

caught it. Martin was going to hand her over by force. Hugo did not

The next day,

glanced anxiously at her watch. Soon, Emma emerged, looking confused.

"I'll explain

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 signposts when they walked in and understood they must be there to see a

to answer.

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

It has been so long. Thank you for making time," Anya said the moment she walked Into

with me. Please sit." Richard introduced the other

preparing for

hand, Emma was stuck at the entrance, 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

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