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.

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

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her son. She seems to think there is no way out. But I want to get her

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

gathered evidence for a while; if there's any way

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 discuss the

will stop by with her tomorrow;

sister, Emma. He only

have a little problem. Anya is not cooperating," he

the city bid happening soon. Do I need to help you convince her, too?" a

she is unwilling... maybe

you are making it sound like I am forcing you. If so, then get your slot through someone else. I don't wish 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

another meaning, but Hugo still caught it. Martin was going to hand her

The next day,

Anya glanced anxiously at her watch. Soon, Emma emerged, looking confused. "What's going

momentarily before answering, "I'll explain when we

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

to answer.

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

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

He will be taking this case with me. Please sit." Richard introduced the other man

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was stuck at the entrance, despite Anya's urge to walk in. The

to greet them. However, Emma's reaction was unexpected. She froze in the hallway, her eyes widening

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